PHYSICOCHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF SERPENTINITE-MODIFIED AMMONIUM NITRATE
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Buriyev Sayfutdin, Namazov Shafoat, Mamataliyev Abdurasul, Kushokov Jamoliddin
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This study investigates the effect of serpentinite as a stabilizing additive to ammonium nitrate (AN) by analyzing its physicochemical properties through XRD, SEM-EDS, and DSC techniques. Serpentinite, rich in magnesium silicates, was added in varying ratios to AN to reduce its thermal sensitivity. The results showed that the addition of serpentinite did not disrupt the crystalline structure of AN, while improving its thermal behavior and particle dispersion. The composition with a 10:2.5 AN to serpentinite ratio exhibited optimal performance, showing delayed decomposition, enhanced thermal stability, and better structural integrity. These findings highlight serpentinite's potential as an effective, low-cost stabilizer for improving the safety of ammonium nitrate-based materials.
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Buriyev Sayfutdin, Namazov Shafoat, Mamataliyev Abdurasul, Kushokov Jamoliddin
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