PROPULSION SYSTEM FOR THE ACCELERATION OF PROJECTILES

摘要

The propulsion system for the acceleration of projectiles is based on nitrocellulose and contains a crystalline energy carrier on a nitramine base and an inert plasticising additive. The nitramine compound contains a structural element of the general chemical structure formula R-N-NO2, where R is a residual. The nitramine compound is present in a concentration in the range from 1 to 35 % by weight, in particular in the range from 5 to 25 % by weight. The nitramine compound is preferably RDX. The inert plasticising additive is a water-insoluble polyoxo compound, if necessary in combination with a substance containing carboxyl groups. In layers near the surface an increased concentration can be present. The inert plasticising additive is present in a concentration of 1 to 5 % by weight.