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A survey of combustible metals, thermites, and intermetallics for pyrotechnic applications

Author(s) -

S. Fischer,

Mark C. Grubelich

Publication year - 1996

Publication title -

32nd joint propulsion conference and exhibit

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Conference proceedings

DOI - 10.2514/6.1996-3018

Subject(s) - combustibility , thermite , materials science , chemistry , metallurgy , aluminium , combustion , organic chemistry

Thermite mixtures, intermetallic reactants, and metal fuels have long been used in pyrotechnics. Advantages include high energy density, impact insensitivity, high combustion temperature, and a wide range of gas production. They generally exhibit high temperature stability and possess insensitive ignition properties. This paper reviews the applications, benefits, and characteristics of thermite mixtures, intermetallic reactants, and metal fuels. 50 refs, tables.

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