The latest developments in solid propellants and their components are summarized.
Particular attention is given to emerging energetic binders and novel,'green'oxidizing agents …

Energetic materials have been widely investigated experimentally and theoretically for
decades, but there are still many unanswered questions concerning their thermal …

Perchlorate anions used in industry are harmful pollutants in groundwater. Therefore,
selectively binding perchlorate provides solutions for environmental remediation. Here, we …

In this study, microcrystalline cellulose nitrate (MCCN) as energetic polymer is successfully
obtained from Posidonia oceanica brown algae (POBA). Fourier transform infrared …

Nanothermites have been widely employed as an additive in explosive and propellant
formulations owing to their high energy release efficiency, fast reaction rate, and enhanced …

Abstract The 3‑Nitro‑1, 2, 4‑triazole‑5‑one (NTO) is a high energy density materials of keen
interest for both commercial and scientific worlds owing to its reduced sensitivity, better …

In the present work, a green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO NPs) has been
performed through a precipitation method using three different copper precursors and …

The search for a suitable replacement for the ubiquitous oxidizer ammonium perchlorate
(AP) is a top priority to enable more sustainable solid rocket motors. The oxidizing salts …

Taking into account the manifold requirements for future rocket industry breakthroughs, the
scientific community is currently focusing on the design of novel higher performance, high …

Nitrate esters-based propellant (NEBP) belongs to the main classes of energetic materials
being used in civilian and military applications. These NEBPs are not highly stable, and …