High Voltage (HV) Fireset Systems and Subsystem Component Level Designs

Fireset systems are used to safely and efficiently conduct detonation research in order to characterize and optimize the performance of explosive trains for future weapon systems.In this Phase II program, Diversified Technologies, Inc. (DTI) will design and build the power system and the performance will be proven at Battelles facilities with energetic materials. The fundamental innovations proposed are: (1) a multichannel rail gas spark gap switch, (2) an extremely low inductance stripline interconnect, and (3) high current, low inductance capacitors.This research will significantly contribute to the improved performance and safety with respect to the handling and reliability of energetic materials, which benefits military personnel in the field as well as civilians who come into close proximity to unexploded ordnance. DTI is a leader in the high voltage, pulsed power field.Battelle has extensive laboratory facilities for testing all facets of ordnance and energetic materials.