scholarly journals Enhanced Crystal Stabilities of ε-CL-20 via Core-Shell Structured Energetic Composites

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (8) ◽  
pp. 2663 ◽  
Author(s):  
Honglei Zhang ◽  
Qingjie Jiao ◽  
Wanjun Zhao ◽  
Xueyong Guo ◽  
Dayong Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Energetic Materials ◽  
In Situ Polymerization ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Morphological Characterization ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Polymer Bonded Explosives ◽  
Friction Sensitivity ◽  
Energetic Composites

2,4,6,8,10,12-hexanitro-2,4,6,8,10,12-hexaazaisowurtzitane (CL-20) is a widely used high-energy explosive for the application of energetic materials. However, the phase transformation from ε-CL-20 to γ-CL-20 restrains its further application in polymer bonded explosives (PBXs) and propellants. To inhibit the phase transition of CL-20, dopamine was first used in an efficient and facile method of in situ polymerization to passivate CL-20 crystals. The core-shell microcapsule particles were obtained, and the morphological characterization demonstrates the formation of a dense core-shell structure. The differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and in situ X-ray diffraction (XRD) test results show that the compact and dense coating delays the ε-CL-20 crystal transformation temperature by about 30 °C, which enhances thermal stability. In addition, with the coating via polymers, the friction sensitivity of ε-CL-20 crystals decreases significantly. The findings indicate a successful application of dopamine chemistry in high-energy explosives, which provides an attractive method to modify the properties of CL-20 crystals.

Enhanced dielectric properties and thermostability in polyimide composites with core-shell structured polyimide@BaTiO3 nanoparticles

2021 ◽  
pp. 095400832199352
Author(s):  
Wei Deng ◽  
Guanguan Ren ◽  
Wenqi Wang ◽  
Weiwei Cui ◽  
Wenjun Luo
Keyword(s):  
Dielectric Constant ◽  
Dielectric Loss ◽  
Energy Density ◽  
Breakdown Strength ◽  
In Situ Polymerization ◽  
Dielectric Materials ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Amic Acid ◽  
High Energy Density ◽  
Core Shell

Polymer composites with high dielectric constant and thermal stability have shown great potential applications in the fields relating to the energy storage. Herein, core-shell structured polyimide@BaTiO3 (PI@BT) nanoparticles were fabricated via in-situ polymerization of poly(amic acid) (PAA) and the following thermal imidization, then utilized as fillers to prepare PI composites. Increased dielectric constant with suppressed dielectric loss, and enhanced energy density as well as heat resistance were simultaneously realized due to the presence of PI shell between BT nanoparticles and PI matrix. The dielectric constant of PI@BT/PI composites with 55 wt% fillers increased to 15.0 at 100 Hz, while the dielectric loss kept at low value of 0.0034, companied by a high energy density of 1.32 J·cm−3, which was 2.09 times higher than the pristine PI. Moreover, the temperature at 10 wt% weight loss reached 619°C, demonstrating the excellent thermostability of PI@BT/PI composites. In addition, PI@BT/PI composites exhibited improved breakdown strength and toughness as compared with the BT/PI composites due to the well dispersion of PI@BT nanofillers and the improved interfacial interactions between nanofillers and polymer matrix. These results provide useful information for the structural design of high-temperature dielectric materials.

COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH AND EXPLOSIVE CHARACTERISTICS OF POLYMER-BONDED EXPLOSIVES BASED ON HEXOGEN AND FLUOROELASTOMERS

2020 ◽  
pp. 76-83
Author(s):  
Nguyen Trung Toan
Keyword(s):  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Vinylidene Fluoride ◽  
High Energy ◽  
High Chemical ◽  
Energy Characteristics ◽  
Coating Method ◽  
Polymer Bonded Explosives ◽  
Friction Sensitivity ◽  
The Impact ◽  
High Chemical Stability

This paper describes the formulation of two polymer-bonded explosives based on RDX (hexahydro-1,3,5- trinitro-1,3,5-triazine) and fluoroelastomer binders by the water-slurry coating method. The fluoroelastomers are poly(VDF-HFP) (vinylidene fluoride-hexafluoropropene copolymer) and poly(VDF-CTFE) (vinylidene fluoride-chlorotrifluoroethylene copolymer). It has been observed that the impact sensitivity and the friction sensitivity of PBX samples were significantly lower than that of the single RDX. Results also showed that two PBX formulations have high chemical stability, high energy characteristics, and equivalent to some PBX in the world. Finally, the compressive strength of these PBX compositions was found in the range of 8-12 MPa.

A study on the kinetics and thermal properties of polystyrene/diatomite nanocomposites prepared via in situ ATRP

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (2) ◽  
pp. 180-197 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khezrollah Khezri ◽  
Yousef Fazli
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
In Situ Polymerization ◽  
Structural Characteristics ◽  
Nitrogen Adsorption ◽  
Linear Increase ◽  
Size Exclusion ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Morphological Studies ◽  
Exclusion Chromatography

Pristine mesoporous diatomite was employed to prepare polystyrene/diatomite composites. Diatomite platelets were used for in situ polymerization of styrene by atom transfer radical polymerization to synthesize tailor-made polystyrene nanocomposites. X-Ray fluorescence spectrometer analysis and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) were employed for evaluating some inherent properties of pristine diatomite platelets. Nitrogen adsorption/desorption isotherm is applied to examine surface area and structural characteristics of the diatomite platelets. Evaluation of pore size distribution and morphological studies were also performed by scanning and transmission electron microscopy. Conversion and molecular weight determinations were carried out using gas and size exclusion chromatography, respectively. Linear increase of ln ( M0/M) with time for all the samples shows that polymerization proceeds in a living manner. Addition of 3 wt% pristine mesoporous diatomite leads to an increase of conversion from 72% to 89%. Molecular weight of polystyrene chains increases from 11,326 g mol−1 to 14134 g mol−1 with the addition of 3 wt% pristine mesoporous diatomite; however, polydispersity index values increases from 1.13 to 1.38. Increasing thermal stability of the nanocomposites is demonstrated by TGA. Differential scanning calorimetry shows an increase in glass transition temperature from 81.9°C to 87.1°C by adding 3 wt% of mesoporous diatomite platelets.

scholarly journals In Situ Vapor Polymerization of Poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) Coated SnO2-Fe2O3 Continuous Electrospun Nanotubes for Rapid Detection of Iodide Ions

Materials ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (11) ◽  
pp. 2084 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiuru Xu ◽  
Wei Wang ◽  
Bolun Sun ◽  
Xue Zhang ◽  
Rui Zhao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
In Situ Polymerization ◽  
Fast Response ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Current Response ◽  
Electrospinning Technique ◽  
Iodide Ions ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Vapor Phase Polymerization ◽  
Fe2o3 Nanotubes

In this work poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT) coated SnO2-Fe2O3 continuous nanotubes with a uniform core–shell structure have been demonstrated for rapid sensitive detection of iodide ions. The SnO2-Fe2O3 nanotubes were firstly fabricated via an electrospinning technique and following calcination process. An in situ polymerization approach was then performed to coat a uniform PEDOT shell on the surface of as-prepared SnO2-Fe2O3 nanotubes by vapor phase polymerization, using Fe2O3 on the surface of nanotubes as an oxidant in an acidic condition. The resultant PEDOT@SnO2-Fe2O3 core-shell nanotubes exhibit a fast response time (~4 s) toward iodide ion detection and a linear current response ranging from 10 to 100 μM, with a detection limit of 1.5 μM and sensitivity of 70 μA/mM/cm2. The facile fabrication process and high sensing performance of this study can promote a wide range of potential applications in human health monitoring and biosensing systems.

Research of In Situ Polymerization and Core-Shell Structure Modified Emulsified Asphalt

2011 ◽  
Vol 71-78 ◽  
pp. 928-931
Author(s):  
Jin Liang Wu ◽  
Yong Xing Zhang ◽  
Chun Sun Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Shell Structure ◽  
In Situ Polymerization ◽  
Core Shell ◽  
Asphalt Emulsion ◽  
Sound Effect ◽  
Structure And Property ◽  
Modified Asphalt ◽  
Core Shell Structure ◽  
Emulsified Asphalt

Nowadays, there are dominantly two ways of producing modified emulsified asphalt ,one of which is to emulsify modified asphalt, the other to modify asphalt emulsion. But they have the same defect that modifier cannot be evenly mixed with asphalt emulsion, which has side effect on the performance of modified emulsified asphalt. The emulsified asphalt and modifier have different traits in structure and property. In order to make the modifier disperse in asphalt emulsion evenly to improve the performance of modified emulsified asphalt, a tentative idea is brought forward: we shall utilize in-situ polymerization and core-shell structure to enhance feature of emulsified asphalt. Core-shell structure is a method of synthesizing composite material, which can assist to achieve sound effect of the two kinds of materials. The point to emphasize is, in this paper, the introduction and feasibility of the method, its specialty against current mainly methods, the difficulties encountered in practice as well as its promising prospect and the anticipated target to achieve will all be illustrated.

Crystallization Behavior of Polyethylene/Montmorillonite Nanocomposites Prepared by In Situ Polymerization

2012 ◽  
Vol 184-185 ◽  
pp. 932-935
Author(s):  
Min Li ◽  
Li Guang Xiao ◽  
Hong Kai Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Differential Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Crystallization Behavior ◽  
Crystallization Process ◽  
In Situ Polymerization ◽  
Nucleating Agent ◽  
Lower Content ◽  
Melting Points ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Montmorillonite Nanocomposites

Polyethylene/montmorillonite (PE/MMT) nanocomposites were prepared by in situ polymerization. The crystallization behavior of PE/MMT nanocomposites at different MMT concentrations (from 0.1 to 1.2 wt %) were investigated by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). The equilibrium melting points increase by the addition of MMT. The crystallization rates of PE/MMT nanocomposites are faster than those of pure PE. The addition of MMT facilitated the crystallization of PE, with the MMT functioning as a heterogeneous nucleating agent at lower content; at higher concentrations, however, the physical hindrance of the MMT layers to the motion of PE chains retarded the crystallization process.

scholarly journals Core-Shell Structured HMX@Polydopamine Energetic Microspheres: Synergistically Enhanced Mechanical, Thermal, and Safety Performances

Polymers ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 568 ◽  
Author(s):  
Congmei Lin ◽  
Feiyan Gong ◽  
Zhijian Yang ◽  
Xu Zhao ◽  
Yubin Li ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Phase Transition ◽  
In Situ Polymerization ◽  
Solid Phase ◽  
High Sensitivity ◽  
Practical Applications ◽  
Δ Phase ◽  
Polymer Bonded Explosives ◽  
Static Mechanical ◽  
Friction Sensitivity

The solid–solid phase transition, poor mechanical properties, and high sensitivity has impeded further practical applications of 1,3,5,7-tetranitro-1,3,5,7-tetrazocane (HMX) based polymer bonded explosives (PBXs). To address these issues together, a facile and effective route was employed to achieve a coating of polydopamine (PDA) on the surface of explosive crystals via in situ polymerization of dopamine. Additionally, PBXs based on HMX@PDA microcapsules were prepared with a fluoropolymer as polymer binder. Improved storage modulus, static mechanical strength and toughness, and creep resistance has been achieved in as-prepared PDA modified PBXs. The β-δ phase transition temperature of as-obtained PBXs based on conventional HMX (C-HMX)@PDA was improved by 16.3 °C. The friction sensitivity of the C-HMX based PBXs showed a dramatic drop after the PDA coating. A favorable balance proposed in this paper among thermal stability, mechanical properties, and sensitivity was achieved for C-HMX based PBXs with the incorporation of PDA.

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