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Hydroxylammonium nitrate: synthesis, cocrystals, and properties

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Hydroxylammonium nitrate (HAN), an oxidizer in liquid propellants, cannot be used in solid propellants because of its extreme hygroscopicity. Presented are the first examples of HAN cocrystals; these feature dramatically suppressed hygroscopicity.

Source: Journal of Materials Chemistry A

DOI: 10.1039/d5ta08279j

Authors: Andrew J. Bennett, Haley R. Froberg, Michael K. Bellas, Leila M. Foroughi, Adam J. Matzger

Institutions: University of Michigan, Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division

Language: English

Topic: Energetic Materials and Combustion

Subfield: Mechanics of Materials

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Funders: National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Nuclear Safety and Security Commission, Office of Naval Research

Awards: G213082246, G3006594299, G4720003262, G4770397976, G8876996369