Abstract: Processes for separating conjunct polymer from an organic phase are described. A mixture comprising an ionic liquid phase and the organic phase into the ionic phase and an organic phase comprising the conjunct polymer and at least one silyl or boryl compound. The organic phase is separated in a fractionation column into an overhead fraction comprising unreacted silane or borane compound and a bottoms fraction comprising the conjunct polymer and the silyl or boryl compound. The bottoms fraction is passed through an adsorption zone, and the silyl or boryl compound is recovered. Alternatively, the organic phase is passed through an adsorption zone first to remove the conjunct polymer and then a fractionation zone to separate the unreacted silane or borane compound from the silyl or boryl compound.
Abstract: A method for chemically neutralizing a nitroarene explosive uses a nitroarene hypergol having an ?,?-amine and an accelerant that is applied to the explosive composition to cause ignition of the explosive composition. The method may be used to neutralize active mines.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 15, 2006
Date of Patent:
January 19, 2010
Assignee:
The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of the Navy
Inventors:
William M. Koppes, David M. Rosenberg, Kerry A. Clark, Eric S. Schlegel, Brian W. Vos, Jody W. Lang, Andrea D. Warren
Abstract: A novel cyclotetraphosphazene compound, 1,1-diamino-3,3,5,5,7,7-hexaazidocyclotetraphosphazene, is disclosed which has application as an energetic compound and percussion primer. Also disclosed is a method of preparing the compound.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 15, 2000
Date of Patent:
May 15, 2001
Assignee:
The United States of America as represented by the Secretary
of the Navy
Inventors:
Farhad Forohar, Paritosh R. Dave, Sury Iyer
Abstract: A novel cyclotetraphosphazene compound, 1,5-diamino-1,3,3,5,7,7-hexaazidocyclotetraphosphazene, is disclosed which has application as an energetic compound. Also disclosed is a method of preparing the compound.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 15, 2000
Date of Patent:
April 17, 2001
Assignee:
The United States of America as represented by the Secretary
of the Army
Inventors:
Farhad Forohar, Paritosh R. Dave, Sury Iyer
Abstract: A method and apparatus for neutralizing pentaborane. A high-capacity pentaborane processing system is disclosed that may be employed at a variety of sites where pentaborane may be stored. Remote monitoring and worker interface with the pentaboraneis limited to placement of a target cylinder into an airtight chamber and connection of process piping to each cylinder valve. Hydrolysis of the pentaborane is achieved in the system by rapid and extensive physical mixing of the pentaborane with water, which yields gaseous elemental hydrogen and residual boric acid. Sodium hydroxide may be provided to neutralize boric acid and form borax, which may be later precipitated out of the waste stream. Continuous monitoring through various pH and ORP sensors give operators information needed to maintain correct chemical balance throughout the reaction process. A cylinder or other container filled with pentaborane may be connected to an airtight system.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 28, 1997
Date of Patent:
July 13, 1999
Assignee:
Integrated Environmental Services, Inc.
Inventors:
Jeffrey William Gold, Kenneth Joel Feinberg, Daniel James Buddin
Abstract: Metal-penetrating incendiary compositions comprising particulate magnesium and fluoroalkyl phosphate esters of 5 to 11 carbon atoms, optionally containing additives such as ferric oxide, silicon and potassium perchlorate. The compositions can be prepared in paste form, cast and cured at an elevated temperature.