Abstract:Impact, friction, and electrostatic discharge sensitivities of energetic materials (explosives and pyrotechnics) used or manufactured at Mound were tested by the "oneshot" method. The Bruceton statistical method was used to derive 50% initiation levels, and the results were compared. The materials tested include?
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