The general objective of this program is to identify and develop synthesis routes for a new fluorine-containing propellant oxidizer for solid rocket propellants which will lead to increased impulse density, long service life (> 20 years), increased specific impulse (Isp) relative to state-of-the-art propellants, and support a 1.3 hazard classification and insensitive munitions compliance. The addition of fluorine-containing components to propellants generally results in increased density. Performance may be improved by increase in the metal oxide removal rate from metal particles, as well as from increased energy release.
Benefit: The development of advanced oxidizers would provide the basis for advanced future generations of rocket propellants for missile defense systems, as well as tactical and strategic missiles. Commercial applications would include satellite technologies.
Keywords: chemical synthesis, chemical synthesis, nitro groups, Fluorine, Rocket propellants
