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Bis(1,2,4‐oxadiazolyl) Furoxan: A Promising Melt‐Castable Eutectic Material of Low Sensitivity
Author(s) -
Johnson Eric C.,
Bukowski Eric J.,
Sabatini Jesse J.,
Sausa Rosario C.,
Byrd Edward F. C.,
Garner Melissa A.,
Chavez David E.
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
chempluschem
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.801
H-Index - 61
ISSN - 2192-6506
DOI - 10.1002/cplu.201800563
Subject(s) - furoxan , eutectic system , melting point , materials science , sensitivity (control systems) , detonation , chemistry , combinatorial chemistry , chemical engineering , nanotechnology , explosive material , organic chemistry , composite material , nitric oxide , electronic engineering , engineering , alloy
A scalable synthesis of bis(1,2,4‐oxadiazoyl) furoxan, C 6 H 2 N 6 O 4 , its physical properties, and its theoretical performance values are described. Previous attempts to synthesize this compound required expensive reagents, and/or time‐consuming synthesis processes and low overall yields. In addition to disclosing a streamlined synthesis of bis(1,2,4‐oxadiazolyl) furoxan, we report its molecular configuration and crystal structure, as well as its correct melting point. Bis(1,2,4‐oxadiazolyl) furoxan exhibits a very insensitive behavior to impact, friction, and electrostatic discharge, with a calculated detonation pressure 20 % higher than that of TNT. Given its physical properties and theoretical performance values, this material can be classified as a promising ingredient in the development of melt‐castable eutectic technology.