Matthew S Solverson

US Patent:

55385672, Jul 23, 1996

Filed:

Mar 18, 1994

Appl. No.:

8/214509

Inventors:

Guy H. Henry - Centralia IL
Matthew S. Solverson - Carbondale IL

Assignee:

Olin Corporation - Marion IL

International Classification:

C06B 4506

US Classification:

149 18

Abstract:

There is provided a gas generating propellant mix consisting essentially of guanidine nitrate, an oxidizer selected from the group consisting of potassium perchlorate and ammonium perchlorate, a flow enhancer and a binder. When ignited, the propellant mix generates nitrogen, carbon dioxide and steam at an elevated temperature, typically in excess of 800. degree. C. The propellant mix is particularly useful in augmented gas generators to augment the evolution of oxygen from a secondary source such as potassium chlorate. The propellant mix is free of highly toxic compounds and has particular application in automotive airbags.

US Patent:

55163785, May 14, 1996

Filed:

Apr 11, 1995

Appl. No.:

8/420280

Inventors:

Guy H. Henry - Centralia IL
Frank M. Bone - Cartville IL
Matthew S. Solverson - Carbondale IL

Assignee:

Olin Corporation - Marion IL

International Classification:

C06B 2534

US Classification:

149 92

Abstract:

An explosive charge is disclosed for use as ammunition in a casing. The charge is comprised of a particulate propellant which is embedded in a solidified matrix prepared from an energetic liquid composition. The latter comprises a liquid, energetic plasticizer, a polyol and an organic polyisocyanate.