High Velocity Combustion Processes in the Solid State

The goal of this proposal is to experimentally analyze processes that can substantially contribute toward experimental understanding of phenomena relevant to ultra-high rate of energy release. Three major topics will be analyzed: i) production and characterization on nano-particles of metals ii) SHS fast deflagration and detonation, and iii) metal loaded explosives and fragment acceleration. Following important topics will be discussed: reactivity and shear stress, stored energy, reaction and role of diffusion, SHS deflagration and detonation, shear induced detonation, effect of ultra-fine metallic particles and design of insensitive warheads.