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View article: Phase-stabilized hexa(imidazole) nickel (II) nitrate Complex/Ammonium Nitrate Composite: eco-friendly chlorine-free oxidizer with high energy density and superior decomposition kinetics
Phase-stabilized hexa(imidazole) nickel (II) nitrate Complex/Ammonium Nitrate Composite: eco-friendly chlorine-free oxidizer with high energy density and superior decomposition kinetics Open
Ammonium nitrate (AN) has gained attention as a promising non-chlorinated oxidizer for solid propellants. However, its practical application is limited due to its high hygroscopicity, low burning rate, endothermic decomposition, and phase …
View article: Ammonium Nitrate Catalyzed with Copper Chromite Nanoparticles: A Novel Halogen Free Oxidizer for a Solid Propellant with Low Smoke Signature
Ammonium Nitrate Catalyzed with Copper Chromite Nanoparticles: A Novel Halogen Free Oxidizer for a Solid Propellant with Low Smoke Signature Open
View article: Bespoke HMX/Nitrocellulose Co-crystal with Synergistic Thermal Decomposition Kinetics
Bespoke HMX/Nitrocellulose Co-crystal with Synergistic Thermal Decomposition Kinetics Open
Whereas NC is an efficient energetic binder; HMX is one of the most potent energetic materials. Integration of HMX into NC binder can offer novel synergistic effect with superior decomposition kinetics. NC could initiate decomposition at l…
View article: Facile synthesis and decomposition kinetics of novel green energetic molecular perovskite based on nitrate group DAN-4 as an alternative for ammonium nitrate oxidizer
Facile synthesis and decomposition kinetics of novel green energetic molecular perovskite based on nitrate group DAN-4 as an alternative for ammonium nitrate oxidizer Open
The accompanying health and environmental issues have prompted a renewed effort to find more environmentally friendly substitutes for ammonium perchlorate (AP) as a solid rocket propellant oxidizer. AP Propulsion's outstanding performance …
View article: The concealed role of reactive metal passive oxide layer: novel activated aluminum particles, combustion, kinetics, and ballistic performance
The concealed role of reactive metal passive oxide layer: novel activated aluminum particles, combustion, kinetics, and ballistic performance Open
Passive oxide layer on the surface of aluminum particles could impede combustion efficiency and burning rate. Passive aluminum (P-Al) and active aluminum without passive oxide layer (A-Al) of 5 µm were adopted for this study. Whereas P-Al …
View article: Unveiling the photocatalytic and antimicrobial activities of star–shaped gold nanoparticles under visible spectrum
Unveiling the photocatalytic and antimicrobial activities of star–shaped gold nanoparticles under visible spectrum Open
This study reports on the facile development of star-shaped gold nanoparticles via seed-mediated growth protocol. Gold nanostars (AuNSTs) demonstrated average particle size of 48 nm using transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Chemical co…
View article: Facile Synthesis and Decomposition Kinetics of Energetic Molecular Perovskite DAP-4 Catalyzed with Copper Nanoparticles for Advanced Energetic Systems
Facile Synthesis and Decomposition Kinetics of Energetic Molecular Perovskite DAP-4 Catalyzed with Copper Nanoparticles for Advanced Energetic Systems Open
Molecular perovskite DAP-4 (NH 4 )(C 6 H 12 N 2 )(ClO 4 ) 3 can expose high oxidizing capability, with superior decomposition enthalpy compared with ammonium perchlorate (AP). DAP-4 was developed via molecular assembly method. The potentia…
View article: Stabilized Superthermite Gelled Kerosene: Towards Advanced Green Propellant Systems
Stabilized Superthermite Gelled Kerosene: Towards Advanced Green Propellant Systems Open
View article: The potentials of copper chromite nanoparticles on ammonium nitrate decomposition: Towards eco-friendly oxidizers for green solid propellants
The potentials of copper chromite nanoparticles on ammonium nitrate decomposition: Towards eco-friendly oxidizers for green solid propellants Open
Ammonium perchlorate (AP) is the universal oxidizer for solid propellants; AP combustion is accompanied with the release of white smoke (HCl). HCl has raised an environmental concern; it could cause acidic rain and deteriorate the fertile …
View article: Energetic Tagged Zirconium-Based Metal-Organic Framework: A Novel Catalyst and High Energy Dense Material for Solid Propellants
Energetic Tagged Zirconium-Based Metal-Organic Framework: A Novel Catalyst and High Energy Dense Material for Solid Propellants Open
Catalyst for ammonium percholorate (AP) decomposition was limited to inert particles, with subsequent decrease in main decomposition temperature. Recently much attention has been directed to reactive catalyst particles with high decomposit…
View article: Facile synthesis of silver doped manganese oxide nanocomposite with superior photocatalytic and antimicrobial activity under visible spectrum
Facile synthesis of silver doped manganese oxide nanocomposite with superior photocatalytic and antimicrobial activity under visible spectrum Open
Water pollution and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) have become two global threats; 80% of diseases and 50% of child deaths are due to poor water quality. In this study, hydrothermal processing was employed to manufacture manganese oxide na…
View article: Explosively Formed Penetrators Inflight Heating Compared to Hemispherical Copper Shaped Charge Jet
Explosively Formed Penetrators Inflight Heating Compared to Hemispherical Copper Shaped Charge Jet Open
Performance of shaped charges jet and explosive formed penetrators (EFP) can be tailored based on initial liner design and geometry.In addition, the jet temperature gradients during liner collapse and jet stretching mechanisms are differen…
View article: Customized Green Energetic Tetra(Imidazole)Copper(II) Nitrate (Cu-Im) Complex/Ammonium Nitrate Co-crystal: A Novel Reactive Halogen-Free Oxidizer with Superior Stability and Decomposition Kinetics
Customized Green Energetic Tetra(Imidazole)Copper(II) Nitrate (Cu-Im) Complex/Ammonium Nitrate Co-crystal: A Novel Reactive Halogen-Free Oxidizer with Superior Stability and Decomposition Kinetics Open
Ammonium nitrate (AN) is the most promising affordable green oxidizer for solid propellants; however, its endothermic phase transitions and endothermic decomposition restrict its applications. This work shaded the light on multifunctional …
View article: The potentials of nonlinear polarization with hyperspectral imaging of RNA for hepatocellular carcinoma early diagnosis
The potentials of nonlinear polarization with hyperspectral imaging of RNA for hepatocellular carcinoma early diagnosis Open
Background Most cancers acquire numerous genetic changes in proto-oncogenes as well as tumor-suppressor genes. Cancer's early diagnosis remains a challenge. Recently, nonlinear polarization has revealed the potential as a promising tool fo…
View article: Silver doped anatase nanocomposite: a novel photocatalyst with advanced activity under visible light for waste-water treatment
Silver doped anatase nanocomposite: a novel photocatalyst with advanced activity under visible light for waste-water treatment Open
Anatase is a universal semiconductor photocatalyst; however, its wide band-gap energy limits its entire solar spectrum absorption to only 5%. Anatase could be activated in the visible region via nobel metal deposition. This study reports o…
View article: Novel laser-induced linear polarization for facile diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma
Novel laser-induced linear polarization for facile diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma Open
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a leading cancer whose incidence is increasing globally. In spite of advances in medical and surgical therapies, its prognosis remains deprived. Developing methods for early diagnosis is essential for bett…
View article: Expression of concern: Promising antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of reduced graphene oxide-metal oxide (RGO-NiO, RGO-AgO, and RGO-ZnO) nanocomposites
Expression of concern: Promising antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of reduced graphene oxide-metal oxide (RGO-NiO, RGO-AgO, and RGO-ZnO) nanocomposites Open
Expression of concern for ‘Promising antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of reduced graphene oxide-metal oxide (RGO-NiO, RGO-AgO, and RGO-ZnO) nanocomposites’ by Sherif Elbasuney et al. , RSC Adv. , 2021, 11 , 25961–25975, https://doi…
View article: Retraction: Promising antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of reduced graphene oxide-metal oxide (RGO-NiO, RGO-AgO, and RGO-ZnO) nanocomposites
Retraction: Promising antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of reduced graphene oxide-metal oxide (RGO-NiO, RGO-AgO, and RGO-ZnO) nanocomposites Open
Retraction of ‘Promising antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of reduced graphene oxide-metal oxide (RGO-NiO, RGO-AgO, and RGO-ZnO) nanocomposites’ by Sherif Elbasuney et al. , RSC Adv. , 2021, 11 , 25961–25975, https://doi.org/10.1039…
View article: Stable Colloidal Iron Oxide Nanoparticles: A New Green Nanofertilizer and Therapeutic Nutrient for Eggplant Immune Response Against Fusarium Wilt Disease
Stable Colloidal Iron Oxide Nanoparticles: A New Green Nanofertilizer and Therapeutic Nutrient for Eggplant Immune Response Against Fusarium Wilt Disease Open
Cultivating crops often presents numerous challenges, including resource loss such as water, fertilizers, and pesticides, as well as the spread and escalation of infections. Nanotechnology offers promising solutions to enhance plant immuni…
View article: Ammonium Perchlorate-Based Energetic Molecular Perovskite DAP-4 Deposited on CNTs: Catalytic Decomposition Behavior, Mechanisms, and Kinetics
Ammonium Perchlorate-Based Energetic Molecular Perovskite DAP-4 Deposited on CNTs: Catalytic Decomposition Behavior, Mechanisms, and Kinetics Open
Energetic molecular perovskite with superior decomposition enthalpy and high oxidizing ability is the out coming potential oxidizer in advanced highly energetic systems. In this study, perovskite DAP-4 was fabricated by molecular assembly …
View article: Propulsion theoretical and experimental analysis of composite propellants motors
Propulsion theoretical and experimental analysis of composite propellants motors Open
Rockets have revolutionized space technology and human space exploration. Most rockets and missiles are both propelled by rocket motors that use composite solid propellants. The ICT code and the NSAS CEA code are two programs that can be u…
View article: Silver/polydopamine/HMX nanocomposite: novel functionalized catalyzed energetic matrix with superior decomposition kinetics
Silver/polydopamine/HMX nanocomposite: novel functionalized catalyzed energetic matrix with superior decomposition kinetics Open
Surface engineering of energetic materials can secure novel decomposition characteristics. Nature can inspire novel solutions. Polydopamine, with strong adhesion power of mussel proteins, can open new venues for the facile development of f…
View article: Nickel hydrazine nitrate/TNT hybrid: toward novel castable energetic nanocomposite with customized performance and decomposition kinetics via novel synergistic effect
Nickel hydrazine nitrate/TNT hybrid: toward novel castable energetic nanocomposite with customized performance and decomposition kinetics via novel synergistic effect Open
Advanced energetic metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) can expose novel characteristics. Highly crystalline nickel hydrazine nitrate (NHN) MOF of 50 nm size was developed via wet coordination. NHN experienced superior decomposition enthalpy of…
View article: Ammonium perchlorate catalyzed with novel porous Mn-doped Co3O4 microspheres: superior catalytic activity, advanced decomposition kinetics and mechanisms
Ammonium perchlorate catalyzed with novel porous Mn-doped Co3O4 microspheres: superior catalytic activity, advanced decomposition kinetics and mechanisms Open
Mn-doped Co 3 O 4 nanoparticles of 15 nm were developed via solvothermal synthesis. Mn@Co 3 O 4 microspheres were developed via controlled annealing treatment at 600 °C. Mn@Co 3 O 4 microspheres demonstrated an average diameter of 5.5 µm, …
View article: Bespoke Energetic Zeolite Imidazolate Frameworks-8 (ZIF-8)/Ammonium Perchlorate Nanocomposite: A Novel Reactive Catalyzed High Energy Dense Material with Superior Decomposition Kinetics
Bespoke Energetic Zeolite Imidazolate Frameworks-8 (ZIF-8)/Ammonium Perchlorate Nanocomposite: A Novel Reactive Catalyzed High Energy Dense Material with Superior Decomposition Kinetics Open
Aluminum is the universal fuel for solid propellants; however, its passive oxide layer could impede the full exploitation of its enthalpy. Meanwhile, common catalyst could not contribute to combustion enthalpy. This study shaded light on t…
View article: Enhanced photocatalytic and antibacterial activities of novel Ag-HA bioceramic nanocatalyst for waste-water treatment
Enhanced photocatalytic and antibacterial activities of novel Ag-HA bioceramic nanocatalyst for waste-water treatment Open
View article: Green synthesis and catalytic activity assessment of bespoke nano-catalyst for eco-friendly green propellant systems based on hydrogen peroxide
Green synthesis and catalytic activity assessment of bespoke nano-catalyst for eco-friendly green propellant systems based on hydrogen peroxide Open
Much effort has been devoted to replace pollutant, toxic, cancerogenic hydrazine-based propellants. Hydrogen peroxide could secure promising characteristics as well as high density specific impulse. Effective catalysts with high durability…
View article: Chromium(III)-substituted hydroxyapatite/silica sol–gel coating: towards novel green coating for corrosion protection of AA2024
Chromium(III)-substituted hydroxyapatite/silica sol–gel coating: towards novel green coating for corrosion protection of AA2024 Open
A novel Cr-substituted hydroxyapatite (Cr-HA) nanoparticles were synthesized via continuous hydrothermal technique. Moreover, the synthesized material was embedded into a silica sol–gel matrix and applied on an AA2024 substrate to evaluate…
View article: Thrust characteristics of nano-carbon/Al/oxygenated salt nanothermites for micro-energetic applications
Thrust characteristics of nano-carbon/Al/oxygenated salt nanothermites for micro-energetic applications Open
Combustion within small motors is key in the application-specific development of nanothermite-based micro-energetic systems. This study evaluates the performance of nanothermite mixtures in a converging-diverging nozzle and an open tube. M…
View article: Green Synthesis and Catalytic Activity Assessment of Bespoke Nano- Catalyst for Eco-Friendly Green Propellant Systems based on Hydrogen Peroxide
Green Synthesis and Catalytic Activity Assessment of Bespoke Nano- Catalyst for Eco-Friendly Green Propellant Systems based on Hydrogen Peroxide Open
Much effort has been devoted to replace pollutant, toxic, cancerogenic hydrazine-based propellants. Hydrogen peroxide could offer promising characteristics as well as high density specific impulse. Effective catalysts with high durability …