Dynamic Materials and Interactions

Objective

Research proposals are sought in all aspects of the chemistry and physics of energetic materials with particular emphasis placed on chemistry-microstructure relationships and the exploitation of fundamental shock physics in heterogeneous materials. Efforts that leverage recent breakthroughs in other scientific disciplines to foster rapid research advancements are also encouraged. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Mesoscale experiments, and associated models, to understand initiation in energetic materials;
• Predictive processing-structure-property relationships in energetic materials, including reactive materials by design;
• Detonation physics, particularly the steady state reacting front propagating in energetic materials;
• High strain rate and shock response of polymers, composites, and geologic materials;
• Shock loading and mechanical response of energetic crystals;
• High energy density materials that overcome the CHNO limitations, including scale-up techniques required for gram-scale characterization of materials;
• Bridging length scales in energetic and other heterogeneous materials.

Energetic materials research is critical to the development of next-generation Air Force weapon capabilities. The energy content and sensitivity of these systems are influenced by the energetic materials utilized. Research areas of interest emphasize the characterization, prediction, and control of critical phenomena which will provide the scientific foundation for game-changing advancements in munitions development and propulsion. Researchers are highly encouraged to contact the Program Officer prior to developing full proposals to briefly discuss the current state-of-the-art, how the proposed effort would advance it, and the approximate cost for a three to five year effort.

Solicitation
BAA-AFRL-AFOSR-2015-0001

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Program Overview
AFOSR Spring Review 2014 Presentation by Dr. Jennifer Jordan.

Contact Information
Dr. Jennifer Jordan
AFOSR/RTA1
Tele: (703) 588-8436
DSN 425-8436
FAX (703) 696-7320
Email: dynamicmaterials@afosr.af.mil