Next generation explosives

Question 1

why are next gen explosives needed?

Answer 1

current ones are not ‘clean’
increased tunability is preferable

Question 2

design principles

Answer 2

energetic groups gives the power wanted (eg nitro groups)
stabilising groups (eg benzene, aromatic rings)

Question 3

crystal packing

Answer 3

controlled by salts
higher density = higher impact sensitivity

Question 4

desired properties

Answer 4

• melting point
• explosive power
• tunability
• sensitivity