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Submicron-Sized Gamma-HMX: II. Effect of Pressing on Phase Transition.
- Source :
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Journal of Energetic Materials . Jan-Mar2008, Vol. 26 Issue 1, p70-78. 9p. 1 Diagram, 5 Graphs. - Publication Year :
- 2008
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Abstract
- In a previous article we described the preparation and initial characterization of a novel submicron-sized HMX (sm-HMX). Using Raman spectroscopy, the sm-HMX was found to be the gamma polymorph and to be stable with respect to conversion to beta-HMX under ambient conditions for at least a year. Pressing of sm-HMX powder in a small diameter pellet press at pressures from 10,000 to 31,000 psi and 1- to 5-min hold times was found to promote the gamma-to-beta polymorphic phase transition. The fraction converted and rate of conversion versus time after pellet removal from the press were found to fit a sigmoidal curve, indicating nucleation and growth as a possible polymorphic transition mechanism. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07370652
- Volume :
- 26
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Energetic Materials
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 28389543
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/07370650701719337