Formulation design and performance study of titanium hydride high-power emulsion explosive based on zero oxygen...

Area of Science:

• Materials Science
• Chemical Engineering
• Explosives Technology

Background:

• Developing environmentally friendly, high-power explosives is crucial.
• Titanium hydride (TiH2) offers potential for enhanced explosive properties.
• Optimizing formulations for reduced environmental impact and increased safety is a key challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

• To optimally design TiH2-based emulsion explosives with a zero oxygen balance.
• To investigate the effect of TiH2 content on detonation performance and environmental impact.
• To establish a foundation for developing advanced, eco-friendly explosive formulations.

Main Methods:

• Theoretical design of emulsion explosive formulations using the principle of zero oxygen balance.
• Application of Hess's Law and Cast's Law to calculate detonation heat and temperature.
• Utilizing the B-W method to predict detonation products.

Main Results:

• The zero oxygen balance formulation significantly reduces toxic and harmful gas generation.
• Detonation temperature and heat are increased, while detonation volume decreases with higher TiH2 content.
• Enhanced explosive power and improved environmental friendliness were observed compared to traditional formulations.

Conclusions:

• Zero oxygen balance formulations with TiH2 offer a superior combination of high power and environmental safety.
• This study provides a basis for further development of optimal brisance and eco-friendly explosives.
• The findings support the advancement of safer and more potent explosive technologies.