Concept of Magneto-Hydrodynamic Plasma Igniter for Ignition of Low Vulnerability Gun Propellants

Abstract

A concept of plasma coaxial magneto-hydrodynamic igniter for low sensitivity propelling materials is presented with initial experimental results. The concept is an interesting alternative for igniters generating the plasma by a blasting wire such as CPG (Capillary Plasma Generator) systems which have been recently investigated in many worldwide laboratories.