Jonathan Shi1,Sarah Brennan1,Xiaolin Zheng2,Stephen Tse1
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey1,Stanford University2
Jonathan Shi1,Sarah Brennan1,Xiaolin Zheng2,Stephen Tse1
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey1,Stanford University2
We fabricate novel energetic composites using graphene flakes to separate metal and fluoropolymer reactants, providing a significant energy barrier that can also be consumed in subsequent combustion, unlike a passivating oxide coating of the reactive metal. Processing of the composite will be discussed. Characterization of the microstructure of the composites, along with mechanical and combustion properties, is conducted. The fundamental knowledge gained on interface and surfaces, reaction routes, and new fabrication methods should improve the capabilities of energetic materials systems.