Advances in the development and characterization of combustible cartridge cases and propellants: Preparation, performance, and future prospects
This study presents a comprehensive analysis of combustible cartridge cases (CCCs) and propellants with a focus on their preparation methods, characterization techniques, and application in modern weaponry. As a transformative alternative to traditional metal-based cartridges, CCCs act as both conta...
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| description | This study presents a comprehensive analysis of combustible cartridge cases (CCCs) and propellants with a focus on their preparation methods, characterization techniques, and application in modern weaponry. As a transformative alternative to traditional metal-based cartridges, CCCs act as both containment and energy sources, effectively reducing the weight and cost of ammunition. Our study classifies CCCs into types like nitrocellulose-based, microporous, resin-based, and nano-nitrocellulose cartridges – each with unique benefits and challenges. The investigation highlights emerging composite coating technologies that enhance environmental resilience and storage performance. Advanced techniques, including scanning electron microscopy combined with energy dispersive spectrum, differential scanning calorimetry, thermogravimetric, and terahertz time-domain spectroscopy, are discussed in this work to thoroughly examine the structural and thermal properties of CCCs and propellants. Additionally, we analyze the internal ballistics of propellants, focusing on their geometric structure, combustion rate, ignition delay, and compositional modifications, which are crucial for optimizing ballistic performance. The study concludes with insights into the reaction mechanisms. It offers a perspective on future directions, stressing the importance of developing more environmentally friendly and stable CCCs and propellants to meet modern ecological and safety standards. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-523852cc562c47d38beedebd7f3eadec2025-08-20T02:41:13ZengDe GruyterReviews on Advanced Materials Science1605-81272025-07-01641pp. 12714910.1515/rams-2025-0119Advances in the development and characterization of combustible cartridge cases and propellants: Preparation, performance, and future prospectsWu Mengde0Xiao Zhenggang1Key Laboratory of Special Energy Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210094, ChinaKey Laboratory of Special Energy Materials, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210094, ChinaThis study presents a comprehensive analysis of combustible cartridge cases (CCCs) and propellants with a focus on their preparation methods, characterization techniques, and application in modern weaponry. As a transformative alternative to traditional metal-based cartridges, CCCs act as both containment and energy sources, effectively reducing the weight and cost of ammunition. Our study classifies CCCs into types like nitrocellulose-based, microporous, resin-based, and nano-nitrocellulose cartridges – each with unique benefits and challenges. The investigation highlights emerging composite coating technologies that enhance environmental resilience and storage performance. Advanced techniques, including scanning electron microscopy combined with energy dispersive spectrum, differential scanning calorimetry, thermogravimetric, and terahertz time-domain spectroscopy, are discussed in this work to thoroughly examine the structural and thermal properties of CCCs and propellants. Additionally, we analyze the internal ballistics of propellants, focusing on their geometric structure, combustion rate, ignition delay, and compositional modifications, which are crucial for optimizing ballistic performance. The study concludes with insights into the reaction mechanisms. It offers a perspective on future directions, stressing the importance of developing more environmentally friendly and stable CCCs and propellants to meet modern ecological and safety standards.https://doi.org/10.1515/rams-2025-0119combustible cartridge casecomposite coating technologycharacterizationinterior ballisticsreaction mechanisms |
| spellingShingle | Wu Mengde Xiao Zhenggang Advances in the development and characterization of combustible cartridge cases and propellants: Preparation, performance, and future prospects Reviews on Advanced Materials Science combustible cartridge case composite coating technology characterization interior ballistics reaction mechanisms |
| title | Advances in the development and characterization of combustible cartridge cases and propellants: Preparation, performance, and future prospects |
| title_full | Advances in the development and characterization of combustible cartridge cases and propellants: Preparation, performance, and future prospects |
| title_fullStr | Advances in the development and characterization of combustible cartridge cases and propellants: Preparation, performance, and future prospects |
| title_full_unstemmed | Advances in the development and characterization of combustible cartridge cases and propellants: Preparation, performance, and future prospects |
| title_short | Advances in the development and characterization of combustible cartridge cases and propellants: Preparation, performance, and future prospects |
| title_sort | advances in the development and characterization of combustible cartridge cases and propellants preparation performance and future prospects |
| topic | combustible cartridge case composite coating technology characterization interior ballistics reaction mechanisms |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1515/rams-2025-0119 |
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