Koch E.-C. Metal-Fluorocarbon Based Energetic Materials

Wiley-VCH Verlag, 2012. — 358 p. — ISBN: 978-3-527-32920-5; ISBN: 978-3-527-64420-9.This book is unique in that its scope is limited to data about the MTV reaction, application of the reactions related to MTV, and metal–halogen reactions that might be substituted for the MTV reaction. The book provides the reader a single source for research results and data on all compositions related to MTV and the application thereof. The breadth of references, figures and tables demonstrate the vast and careful research Dr Koch undertook.
This book fills a void in the collection of pyrotechnic literature because it deals exclusively with research related to MTV-like compositions. Chapter 9 includes pictures that enable the reader to actually envision the combustion reaction of the different metal/fluoride reactions. Chapter 10 and 10,5 Operational Effects chapters are limited, only because of the availability and security constraints beyond the author’s control. Chapters delving into previously unconsidered regions and Chapters 11 and 13 are of notable interest in the context of cyberwar and intellectual property disputes. Chapters 18 and 19 are a great compilation of the past and current practices. The history of the incidents involved with MTV manufacturing and the way processing has evolved to help mitigate explosive incidents is presented in a straightforward manner. Chapter 15 exemplifies Dr Koch’s ability to look ahead. His citations in this chapter are abundant for a very limited field of research. Once again, the author illustrates his ability to take new information/ideas and to compile them in a useful and informative way.Монография посвящена применению в высокоэнергетических материалах новой системы - металл-тефлон-фторкаучук. Монография уникальна по глубине охвата материала, написана простым ясным языком и может служить учебником по данной тематике.ForewordIntroduction to PyrolantsHistory
Organometallic Beginning
Explosive & Obscurant Properties
Rise of Fluorocarbons
Rockets Fired Against Aircraft
Metal/Fluorocarbon PyrolantsFurther Reading
Properties of Fluorocarbons
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
Polychlorotrifluoroethylene (PCTFE)
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
Polycarbon Monofluoride (PMF)
nylidene Fluoride–Hexafluoropropene Copolymer LFC
nylidene Fluoride–Chlorotrifluoroethylene Copolymer
Copolymer of TFE and VDF
Terpolymers of TFE, HFP and VDF
Summary of chemical and physical properties of common fluoropolymersThermochemical and Physical Properties of Metals and their FluoridesReactivity and Thermochemistry of Selected Metal/Fluorocarbon Systems
Lithium
Magnesium
Titanium
Zirconium
Hafnium
Niob
Tantalum
Zinc
Cadmium
Boron
Aluminium
Silicon
Calcium Silicide
TinIgnition and Combustion Mechanism of MTV
Ignition and Pre-Ignition of Metal/Fluorocarbon Pyrolants
Magnesium–Grignard HypothesisIgnition of MTVCombustion
Magnesium/Teflon/Viton
Pressure Effects on the Burn Rate
cle Size Distribution and Surface Area Effects on the Burn Rate
Porosity
Burn Rate Description
Combustion of Metal–Fluorocarbon Pyrolants with Fuels Other than Magnesium
Magnesium Hydride
Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metal
Lithium
Magnesium–Aluminium Alloy
Titan
Zirconium
Zinc
Boron
Magnesium Boride, MgB
Aluminium
Silicon
Silicides
Dimagnesium Silicide, Mg2Si
Calcium Disilicide
Zirconium Disilicide
Tungsten–Zirconium Alloy
Underwater CombustionSpectroscopyUV–VIS Spectra
Polytetrafluoroethylene Combustion
Magnesium/Fluorocarbon Pyrolants
MgH₂, MgB₂, Mg₃N₂, Mg₂Si/Mg₃Al₂/Fluorocarbon Based pyrolants
Silicon/PTFE Based Pyrolants
Boron/PTFE/Viton Based Pyrolants
MWIR Spectra
Polytetrafluoroethylene Combustion
Magnesium/Fluorocarbon Combustion
MgH₂, MgB₂, Mg₃N₂, Mg₂Si/Fluorocarbon Based Pyrolants
Si/Fluorocarbon Based Pyrolants
Boron/PTFE/Viton Based Pyrolants
Temperature Determination
Condensed-Phase Temperature
Gas-Phase TemperatureInfrared Emitters
Decoy Flares
Nonexpendable Flares
Target Augmentation
Missile Tracking Flares
Metal–Fluorocarbon Flare Combustion Flames as Sources of Radiation
Flame Structure and Morphology
Radiation of MTV
Infrared Compositions
Inherent Effects
Influence of Stoichiometry
Spectral Flare Compositions
cle Size Issues
Geometrical Aspects
Operational Effects
Altitude Effects
Windspeed Effects
OutlookObscurantsMetal–Fluorocarbon Reactions in Aerosol Generation
Metal–Fluorocarbon Reactions as an Exclusive Aerosol Source
Metal–Fluorocarbon Reactions to Trigger Aerosol Release
Metal–Fluorocarbon Reactions to Trigger Soot Formation
Metal–Fluorocarbon Reactions to Trigger Phosphorus VaporisationIgnitersIncendiaries, Agent Defeat, Reactive Fragments and Detonation Phenomena
Incendiaries
Curable Fluorocarbon Resin–Based Compositions
Document Destruction
Agent Defeat
Reactive Fragments
Shockwave Loading of Metal–Fluorocarbons and Detonation-Like PhenomenaFurther Reading
Miscellaneous Applications
Submerged Applications
Underwater Explosives
Underwater Flares
Underwater Cutting Torch
Mine-Disposal Torch
Stored Chemical Energy
Heating Device
Stored Chemical Energy Propulsion
Tracers
PropellantsSelf-Propagating High-Temperature SynthesisMagnesium
Silicon and SilicidesVapour-Deposited MaterialsAgeingManufactureTreatment of Metal Powder
Mixing
Shock Gel Process
Procedure A
Procedure B
Conventional Mixing
Experimental Super Shock Gel Process
Experimental Dry Mixing Technique
Experimental Cryo-N2 Process
Extrusion
Twin Screw Extrusion
Pressing
Cutting
Priming
Miscellaneous
Accidents and Process Safety
Mixing
Pressing
Process Analysis
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)SensitivityImpact Sensitivity
MTV
Titanium/PTFE/Viton and Zirconium/PTFE/Viton
Metal–Fluorocarbon Solvents
ton as Binder in Mg/NaNO
Friction and Shear Sensitivity
Metal/Fluorocarbon
Thermal Sensitivity
MTV
ESD Sensitivity
Insensitive Munitions TestingCookoff
Bullet Impact
Sympathetic Reaction
M Signature Summary
Hazards Posed by Loose In-Process MTV Crumb and TNT
EquivalentToxic Combustion Products
MTV Flare Composition
Obscurant Formulations
Fluorine Compounds
Hydrogen Fluoride
Aluminium Fluoride
Magnesium FluorideOutlook