IPS 2015 Fall Newsbrief by Alejandro Mantecon

International Pyrotechnics Society

Newsletter Fall Newsbrief 2015 Editorial

President

Dr. Ernst-Christian Koch, FRSC Lutradyn – Energetic Materials Science & Technology Burgherrenstraße 132, D-67661 Kaiserslautern, GERMANY

Mail: e-c.koch@lutradyn.com Web: www.lutradyn.com

Vice President Dr. J. N. J. (Joost) van Lingen Product Team Leader Energetic Materials, TNO Rijswijk, THE NETHERLANDS Mail: joost.vanlingen@tno.nl

Vice President

Dr. Jesse Sabatini Research Chemist US Army Research Laboratory Explosives Technology BranchSynthesis Group Lethality Division Weapons, Materials & Research Directorate Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5066, USA Mail: jesse.j.sabatini.civ@mail.mil

Treasurer

Dr. Greg Knowlton 4458 E. Juanita Ave. Gilbert, AZ 85234-7461 USA Bus. 480-324-1775 Fax 480-324-1776

Mail: gd.knowlton@gmail.com

Secretary

Dr. Shingo Date Department of Applied Chemistry National Defense Academy 1-10-20 Hashirimizu, Yokosuka, Kanagawa 239-8686, JAPAN Mail: sdate@nda.ac.jp

Archivist

Dr. Anthony P. Shaw Pyrotechnics Research, Development and Pilot Plant Branch Pyrotechnics Technology and Prototyping Division, BLDG 3124US Army, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806, USA Mail: anthony.p.shaw.civ@mail.mil

Dear Madams and Sirs, We hope that you are had fun during the summer holidays! This issue gives a call for hosts for the 43rd International Pyrotechnics Society Seminar, together with a call for nominations of candidates for the election of IPS-Board of Directors which would be conducted next Spring. This issue also gives a quick report by Prof. Zeman on the 18th International Seminar “New Trends in Research of Energetic Materials (NTREM)”, a new book release by Prof. Klapötke, a quick report by Prof. Cumming on AVT‐179 Research Task Group (RTG) on “Design for Disposal of Present and Future Munitions and Application of Greener Munition Technology”, announcements about the new IPS website by Dr. Shaw, an announcement of IPS on Twitter by Mr. Webb, announcements of the upcoming international conferences including the next IPS Seminar to be held in Grand Junction, together with What’s Up Around the Globe, so you might want to check them out! Please enjoy this issue and the Fall season! Best regards, Shingo Date

42nd International Pyrotechnics Seminar The Major International Forum for Pyrotechnics

10-15 July 2016, Grand Junction, CO, USA http://www.ipsusa.org/ips40.htm

Table of contents IPS Board Members 2014-2016 .................................................................. 1 Editorial ........................................................................................................... 1 42nd International Pyrotechnics Seminar ................................................. 1 A Word from the President ......................................................................... 2 Call for Hosts for the 43rd International Pyrotechnics Seminar in 2017 ........................................................................................................................... 2 Call for Nomination of Candidates for IPS-Board of Directors 20162018 .................................................................................................................. 3 Information on the upcoming 42nd International Pyrotechnics Society Seminar………………………………………………………. ......... 4 18th International Seminar “New Trends in Research of Energetic Materials” held in the University Hall of the University Pardubice on April 15-17,2015 ............................................................................................. 4 New Book Release ......................................................................................... 4 Lazare Carnot prize awarded to Dr. Denis Spitzer ................................. 5 Keep the Community informed .................................................................. 5 Pyrotechnics A More Benign Blue ............................................................ 5 Visual Spectra and Color Properties of Copper(I) halides, CuX (X = F, Cl, Br, I)....................................................................................................... 6 Design for Disposal of Present and Future Munitions and Application of Greener Munition Technology ........................................ 6 New IPS Website ........................................................................................... 7 IPS onTwitter ................................................................................................. 8 Leaflets and informations starting page 9

A Word from the President

Dear Friends and Members of the Society,

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I am glad to introduce to you our new website at www.intpyrosoc.org Tony Shaw and Jay Poret have done a great job in leading the migrating from our old site and introducing new content. Please check the forum and help us in creating a vivid discussion on hot topics. You can give the website a special touch by sending in your spectacular pyrotechnic picture to admin@intpyrosoc.org to populate the rotating banner on page one. For more info please see Tony’s report. The next IPS seminar in Colorado is approaching and we have also published our call for hosts for the next but one seminar in 2017 outside the US. Interested parties should get in touch with us soon and send in their proposals to

seminars@intpyrosoc.org latest 1 December 2015. The term of the current board comes to an end and new elections are due. Therefore we ask all members in good standing to submit proposals for candidates for the new board. I thank the past president Dr. Nigel Davies for chairing this nominations committee. I am glad to introduce to you a new board member our previous vice president Pierre Thebault who has kindly agreed to support the IPS BOD as an Executive Advisor and Liaison officer Western European Pyrotechnics Industries. Finally there are news from the lab and bookshelves from Professor Thomas Klapötke. Have a good read and talk to you soon.

Ernst-Christian Koch rd

Call for Hosts for the 43 International Pyrotechnics Seminar in 2017 The International Pyrotechnics Society (IPS) is the professional society for those individuals involved with the development, research, production and use of civilian and military pyrotechnics. The IPS sanctions annual seminars. The seminars in the even years are held in the United States. They are sponsored and organized exclusively by IPSUSA Seminars Inc. With this call the IPS invites proposals for a seminar in summer or fall 2017.

Description of the hotel facilities associated with the conference facility and an indication of probable cost to attendees. Estimate of proposed registration fee (not binding). Proposal due latest by: 1. December 2015 at seminars@intpyrosoc.org

Frame Conditions & Rules of Sanction: Time frame: 3 Jul. 2017 – 11 Aug. 2017 or 2. Oct. 2017 – 13. Oct. 2017. Duration: 3 - 4 days Type of Schedule: No concurrent streams of program Expected number of attendants: 130 - 180 Discount for Members of the IPS: Yes Documentation: Electronic documentation on either CD or USB flash drive and optional printed hardbound volumes (the latter upon preorder with registration to facilitate financial planning of printing). "Proceedings" must be available at registration desk on first day of seminar. Hotel-Accommodation: Within walking distance (< 10 min) of Seminar facility Special rate negotiated for attendees International Airport: within < 150 km < 1.5 h/car of seminar facility Publications: Announcements must be mailed well in advance of the dates of the seminar. (First announcement at least 12 months in advance, followed by updates in reasonable intervals. Language: The leading chairperson and the points of contacts of the seminar responsible for paper acceptance and registration must be fluent in English and maintain coherent contact (email/phone) with the IPS Board of Directors. Remarks: 1.

The host organization must have substantial financial assets to be able to pay up-front costs/deposits - eg. printing of announcements, deposits to reserve meeting room(s), banquet room & food service, IT/AV expenses, registration materials (Seminar Program/Schedule, Proceedings CD, bag/briefcase, etc.), group transportation (if needed), group photo, etc.

The host must be willing to accept responsibility to do everything possible to make the Seminar a success (success can be basically defined as having enough paying attendees to break even financially). It is very important to start the process as early as possible! The first announcement of the Seminar location and dates should be made at the preceding IPS Seminar, followed within a month by the "First Announcement and Call for Papers" (mailings, e-mailing to IPS Members and Members of the Energetic Materials Community).

It is critical that the Host Organization has a competent, dedicated seminar coordinator/manager with

Proposal: The proposal must provide the following information, as a minimum: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Description of the sponsoring agency and an agreement by that agency to underwrite all financial commitments for the conduct of the seminar. Proposed date and location of the seminar. Description of the planned conference facility indicating that it can comfortably accommodate the anticipated number of registrants. The presiding chairperson(s) of the seminar must be named.

appropriate staff available to handle announcement mailings, identifying and reserving seminar venues (hotel, meeting rooms, food services, banquet, AV/IT, transportation, photographer, etc.), registration & payments by attendees, etc. 4.

A Host Organizing Committee should be formed to select/appoint Seminar Co-Chair Persons. The Organizing Committee and Seminar Co-Chairs should then select, by invitation, the members of an International Steering Committee and a Technical Steering Committee. The Organizing Committee is to interact closely with the IPS Board of Directors (BOD) with regards to selection of the International and Technical Steering Committees, as well as matters pertaining to registration, Seminar venues/program, paper acceptance, etc.

Call for Nomination of Candidates for IPS-Board of Directors 20162018 Election of the new IPS-board of directors is due in Spring 2016 and every member of the society in good standing is called upon to send in nominations for the 6 offices IPSBoard of directors. -President -Vice President -Vice President -Secretary -Treasurer -Archivist Please send in your nominations to the chair of the Nominations Committee, the past-president, Dr. Nigel Davies at nominations@intpyrosoc.org latest by 18th December 2015. Self-nominations for individual offices are possible.

Information on the Upcoming 42nd International Pyrotechnics Society Seminar What: Where: When: Who:

The 42nd International Pyrotechnics Society Seminar Doubletree Hotel in Grand Junction, Colorado July 10-15, 2016 IPSUSA Seminars, Inc. Seminar Coordinator: Linda Crouse – LcrouseIPSUSASeminars@gmail.com Co-Chair: Anthony Shaw – anthony.p.shaw.civ@mail.mil Co-Chair: Lori Groven – lori.groven@sdsmt.edu

Contact information for the 42nd International Pyrotechnics Society Seminar

Please send your Abstracts and any other questions (further information on Registration or Hotel Accommodations, etc.) to: Linda Crouse – IPSUSA 2016 Seminar Coordinator P.O. Box 621633, Littleton, Colorado 80162-1633 USA Phone: 303.601.8550 ♦ Fax: 303.904.3965 E-mail: LcrouseIPSUSASeminars@gmail.com

Dr. Bernard E. Douda Young Scientist Award The purpose of the Dr. Bernard E. Douda – Young Scientist Award (DBED–YSA) is to assist a young scientist in attending and presenting his/her research at an IPS Seminar. One award is made annually. The award, which is funded by the International Pyrotechnics Society, consists of payment of the Seminar and associated Workshop registration fees and a two year membership in the Society. The deadline for 2016 applications is January 18, 2016. Send complete applications to ips-2016-award@mail.com 1.

Applicant author must be under 40 years of age at the time of full paper submission deadline.

Applicant cannot be a past or current officer of the IPS or IPSUSA Seminars, Inc.

The full paper with a cover letter explaining the importance of the presented work must be submitted by the posted deadline.

Curriculum vitae with photo must be submitted along with the cover letter and full paper.

Applicant must attend and present paper at the IPS Seminar.

Applicants will be notified of the decision by February 15, 2016.

Frank Carver Bursary Award One special award for a pyrotechnics investigator is anticipated from the Bursary Fund established though the International Pyrotechnics Society. The Frank Carver Bursary Fund is a UK Charity which promotes advancement in the scientific understanding of energetic materials by assisting young pyro technicians to attend and present their work at international seminars being sponsored by The International Pyrotechnics Society. The award will be £1200 Sterling equivalent. The amount is usually sufficient to cover travel expenses. To be eligible for the award, the recipient must be less than 40 years of age, from outside of North America, and must orally present the paper at the Seminar. Persons who wish to be considered for the award should notify their intention to the International and Technical Steering Committees of the Seminar and submit their written paper at least four months before the date of the Seminar. The winner will be selected from among the group of applicants for the award. See http://www.intpyrosoc.org/ for details of the rules. Applicants for the award must submit a 3

complete application to LcrouseIPSUSASeminars@gmail.com by January 18, 2016. Applicants will be notified of the decision on the award by February 15, 2016.

Józef Paszula, Polytechnic Military School, Bordj El Bahri, Algeria Preparation and testing of thermobaric composites.

Linda Crouse

April 24th, 2015 Svatopluk Zeman

18th International Seminar “New Trends in Research of Energetic Materials” held in the University Hall of the University Pardubice on April 15-17,2015 18th International Seminar “New Trends in Research of Energetic Materials (NTREM)” was held in the University Hall, University of Pardubice on April 15-17,. 2015. Registered were 169 interested persons from 25 countries, the 162 specialists (from them 48 Czech citizens) were attended from 24 countries. In the two-part anthology 98 papers are published from which 32 lectures and 52 posters were presented by their authors at the international audience of this Seminar. A bigger interest in participation in the 18th Seminar NTREM was from the side of Russian (21), Polish (20), UK (11), German (9), China (7) and USA (7) colleagues. International Scientific Committee of the seminar, chaired by Prof. Adam Cumming (Univ. Edinburgh) noted that the seminar was again a high level and was very well prepared. It recommended continuing the tradition in these meetings, with preferring of the CD versions of Proceedings and a term of the next 18th Seminar has established on April 20th – 22nd, 2016 (“Modern experimental techniques and diagnostics for energy materials “) again in the University Hall, University of Pardubice. The contributions presentation without their publication in the Proceedings will not be possible. The committee has also undertaken an evaluation of the presentation of young active participants with the following results:

New Book Release The third and revised edition of the seminal text book „Chemistry of High-Energy Materials“ by Dr. Thomas M. Klapötke would be coming soon, so please check it out (for more information please see p.13)! Thomas M. Klapötke Chemistry of High-Energy Materials, 3rd Edition 159.- Euro 29 October 2015, 335 Pages, Hardcover 164 Fig. (15 Colored Fig.) - Graduate Textbook ISBN 978-3-11-043932-8 – De Gruyter, Berlin http://www.degruyter.com/books/978-3-11-043932-8

Lecture program: 1. price: Karl S. Hope, Hayleigh J. Lloyd, Dan W. Ward, Adam A.L. Michalchuk., Colin R. Pulham University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Resonant acoustic mixing and its applications to energetic materials. 2. price: Daniel W. Ward, Paul L. Coster, Colin R. Pulham University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Investigating the polymorphism of 2,4-dinitroanisole. 3. price: Marina Suntsova, Olga Dorofeeva Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow, Russia Prediction of the enthalpies of formation of high-nitrogen energetic compounds by quantum chemistry. Poster program: 1. price: Judyta Rećko, Rafał Lewczuk, Mateusz Szala, Stanisław Cudziło Military University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland Synthesis of TNBI copper complex. 2. price: Martin Kunzel, David Chapman, Marek Foglar, Jiri Pachman, William G. Proud University of Pardubice, Pardubice, Czech Rep. Concrete under impact and blast loading. 3. price: Lotfi Maiz, Waldemar A. Trzciński, Mateusz Szala, 4

Lazare Carnot prize awarded to Dr. Denis Spitzer

Figure 2 Copper bromide produces blue flames.

Figure 1 NS3E-Director Dr. HDR Denis Spitzer Our esteemed society member Dr. HDR* Denis Spitzer, Director of the Laboratory “Nanomatériaux pour les Systèmes Sous Sollicitations Extrêmes (NS3E), (UMR 3208 ISL-CNRSUnistra) at the French-German Research Institute ISL in Saint Louis France has been awarded the distinguished Lazare Carnot Prize of the French l’Académie des Sciences. The prize has been awarded to Dr. Spitzer for his fundamental work in the field of nanomaterials that will have impact both on civilian and military domains. The ceremony will take place on November 24 2015 at the French l’Académie des Sciences in Paris. We congratulate Dr. Spitzer to the conferral of this prestigous award! *)(Habilitation à diriger des recherches) http://www.isl.eu/index.php/actualites

Keep the Community informed Whether you have been awarded a prize, you have been promoted, you have moved onto another job, taking a sabbatical year, whatsoever it is, please let the community know and drop us an e-mail at the following address: eckoch@rhrk.uni-kl.de or sdate@nda.ac.jp

Pyrotechnics A More Benign Blue LMU chemists have developed a novel pyrotechnic formulation that produces a blue flame of unprecedented purity and radiance upon combustion, and is free of the toxic chlorinecontaining compounds found in conventional fireworks.

Its dazzling glare is breathtaking but, to produce an intense blue flame, conventional fireworks and signal flares rely on the use of highly toxic chemicals. “Blue light is very difficult to generate pyrotechnically, and the traditional formulation uses a combination of copper salts and perchlorates for this purpose. At high combustion temperatures, the mixture reacts to form copper chloride (CuCl), which is a blue emitter. But perchlorates are toxic, specifically impairing the function of the thyroid gland, while combustion of chlorine-containing organic compounds gives rise to other toxic polychlorinated hydrocarbons,” says Thomas M. Klapötke, who holds the Chair of Inorganic Chemistry and High-Energy Materials at LMU. In cooperation with groups based in Lithuania and Finland, Klapötke and his colleagues have now developed an environmentally more benign alternative blue-light emitter. In terms of the intensity and chromatic purity of the flame produced, the new mixture is as least as good as the formulation currently in use. The results of the study appear online in the journal “Chemistry – A European Journal”. Earlier work carried out by Klapötke and his team had shown that copper iodide (CuI) also emit blue light upon combustion – in other words, blue emitters that are devoid of chlorine are available for use in fireworks and flares. “Several members of NATO are interested in acquiring high-quality blue signal flares. However, using iodine-containing copper compounds, we have been unable to produce flames with the high luminous intensities required for this purpose,” says Klapötke. “The reason for this is that iodine is 3.5 times heavier than chlorine. So in order to produce a flame with the intensity attainable with copper chloride, one needs to burn 3.5 times as much copper iodide per unit time.“ CuBr for a more intensive flame By replacing the traditional chlorine with bromine (which is only twice as heavy) instead of iodine, the researchers have now found a way around this problem. “Using CuBr species, we have been able to produce blue light of high quality whose luminous intensity and spectral purity meet the criteria required for use in signal flares,” says Dr. Magdalena Rusan, a member of Klapötke’s group and first author of the new study. Tests of the new formulation have shown that copper chlorides and copper bromides have very similar emission spectra. This observation suggests that, as has long been sus5

pected, an excited state of the Cu+ ion serves as the source of the blue color. In addition to copper bromate (Cu(BrO3)2) as the oxidizer and source of CuBr species, the researchers chose to use hexamine as the fuel and ammonium bromate as the coolant. “The ingredients of all of our novel and less toxic pyrotechnic formulations are commercially available and are actually cheaper than the first alternatives we came up with. This not only makes them safer but also easier to use,” says Klapötke. “With this latest mixture, it would now also be possible to make blue fireworks ‘greener’, i.e. less environmentally objectionable, because the flame produces no toxic chlorine-containing substances. We are now planning to develop and test prototypes of blue signal flares based on the new formulation. But it will take between five and ten years before such flares are ready for routine use.”

Koch found that copper(I) fluoride (CuF)and copper(I) iodide (CuI) are both of very little value for the production of blue flames due to intense band systems in the green spectral range. While copper(I) chloride yields a known light blue, copper(I) bromide, CuBr, yields and unprecedented blue violet flame with a saturation greater and a dominant wavelength shorter than known copper(I) chloride. [1] Koch, E.-C. (2015), Spectral Investigation and Color Properties of Copper(I) Halides CuX (X=F, Cl, Br, I) in Pyrotechnic Combustion Flames. Propellants, Explosives, Pyrotechnics. doi: 10.1002/prep.201500231 [2] E.-C. Koch DE Patent-application 102015, Pyrotechnischer Lichtsignalsatz, Lutradyn, Germany, filed 10 July 2015.

[1] D. Juknelevicius, E. Karvinen, T. M. Klapötke, R. Kubilius, A. Ramanavicius, M. Rusan, Copper(I) Bromide: An Alternative Emitter for Blue-Colored Flame Pyrotechnics, Chem. Eur. J. doi:10.1002/chem.201502752, (Chemistry – A European Journal) http://www.en.unimuenchen.de/news/newsarchiv/2015/klapoetke_kupferbrom id.html

Visual Spectra and Color Properties of Copper(I) halides, CuX (X = F, Cl, Br, I ) An investigation elucidating the visual spectra and colour properties of all copper(I) halides, CuX with X = F, Cl, Br, I has been reported by Ernst-Christian Koch at Lutradyn Kaiserslautern in the latest issue of the Society’s journal Propellants Explosives Pyrotechnics.

Figure 3 Visible Spectrum and Colour Coordinates for Copper(I) bromide as reported and patented by Koch [1,2].

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Design for Disposal of Present and Future Munitions and Application of Greener Munition Technology The AVT‐179 Research Task Group (RTG) on “Design for Disposal of Present and Future Munitions and Application of Greener Munition Technology” was presented with the 2015 STO Science and Technology Scientific Achievement Award 16 September 2015: The AVT‐179 Research Task Group (RTG) on “Design for Disposal of Present and Future Munitions and Application of Greener Munition Technology”. was presented with the 2015 STO Science and Technology Scientific Achievement Award on the occasion of the Fall 2015 Science and Technology Board Meeting (STB) in Tirana, Albania. AVT‐179 created a database and developed methodologies that resulted in significant reduction of dangerous and aging munitions resulting in dramatic annual cost savings for monitoring these systems. Energetic materials and metals are amongst the major components of munitions and weapons which can be found in war zones, training ranges and on production sites. R&D projects were carried out to understand different aspects of explosive contamination and to develop tools to understand and analyse these unique contaminants. Explosives are crystalline compounds that are spread by the use of munitions in specific conditions. Since crystals are dispersed in heterogeneous conditions in soils, sampling techniques were studied and developed to obtain representative samples during the collection of samples for characterization studies. Sample treatment and analytical chemistry methods were also developed to allow the understanding of the dispersion of energetic materials. To understand the fate and behaviour, 6

much effort was also put in biotechnology, eco‐toxicology and hydrogeology. Methods were also designed to develop bioremediation technology to deal with contamination should it occur. To better assess the contamination and characterize an area, an appropriate definition and understanding of the hydrogeological context of the site was required, which resulted in better characterization the groundwater quality, especially on large ranges, which was critical because metals and energetic materials are mobile in sandy environments and may migrate in groundwater, presenting a threat to human health and to the environment. Large sites can be seen as big filters for the contamination and managers or site owners must ensure that no contamination migrates off site. The bioavailability of munitions‐related contaminants is closely related to their environmental fate. It is therefore critical to improve the knowledge of the fate of the various munitions‐related residues, including explosives, propellants and heavy metals. In addition to this, studies were done to understand the degradation pathways of the energetic materials and numerous radio‐labelled, isotopic or metabolites of energetic materials are synthesized and used as tracers or standards in analytical chemistry to understand how they biodegrade into the environment. Moreover, bioremediation technologies were developed to clean contaminated soils. In recognition and appreciation of the outstanding work and significant scientific contribution, the Science & Technology Board presented the 2015 Science and Technology Scientific Achievement Award to the AVT‐179 Research Task Group on “Design for Disposal of Present and Future Munitions and Application of Greener Munition Technology”.

New IPS Website

http://www.cso.nato.int/page.asp?ID=3442

• The main page now features high resolution, rotating images, which enables us to keep this content dynamic. Members are invited to submit high-resolution imagery of their own work (preferably images of energetic materials in action) for consideration – selected images could then be featured on the main page on a rotating basis. Importantly, images submitted for consideration must be 1170 x 500 pixels in size with a resolution of 300 dpi.

Dear Members of the International Pyrotechnics Society, I am pleased to announce the formal launch of the new IPS website! The new website is located at www.intpyrosoc.org. The Society’s old website, www.intpyro.org will soon re-direct to the new domain. The new website, as it appears today, would not be possible without the help of a number of contributors. I would like to thank our new webmaster, Dr. Jay Poret, for the countless hours of volunteer work he has provided. Jay has been instrumental in handling the technical aspects of designing and creating the site and I am very grateful for his efforts in this regard. Dr. David Dillehay (IPSUSA) and Dr. Greg Knowlton (our Treasurer) are thanked for helping me to assemble an accurate and detailed history of our Society and its Seminars, which now appears on the new site. Dr. Shingo Date (our Secretary) is thanked for providing digital copies of past newsletters for inclusion in the digital archive. I would also like to thank our Vice Presidents Dr. Joost van Lingen and Dr. Jesse Sabatini for their helpful suggestions and support. Rutger Webb (our past Archivist) is thanked for his continuous support and encouragement throughout this transition. The main goal of the website re-design project was to provide an improved platform for the exchange of information between IPS members. Several features of the new site help to accomplish this. • We now have a modern and streamlined setup for disseminating important news.

• Our “members only area” is now functional! Within, members will be able to access past newsletters, archive content, and can post messages in the new forum. In particular, I hope that the forum facilitates communication, and can help members find answers to technical or other questions.

Pic. Group photo of the AVT‐179 Research Task Group (RTG) from right: Joakim Hägvall (co-chair), Prof. Cumming (chair), MajGen. Albert Husniaux (NATO Chief Scientist)

Our new website, like any website, is a work in progress. Several challenges remain, especially the question of how to build the digital archive while at the same time respecting international copyright laws. Nonetheless, my efforts to improve the content and usefulness of the website for the benefit of the membership will continue. Anthony P. Shaw

Prof. Adam Cumming

04-OCT-2015 Instructions for the new IPS website Dear IPS Members, A username and password for the new website may be obtained by following instructions on the "registration" page. This page may be found under the "members only" menu. To register for use, your membership must be verified. Please send an email to admin@intpyrosoc.org with the following information:

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(required) Name. (required) Affiliation. (optional) 3-5 key words to describe your interests and specializations.* (optional) several sentences describing your involvement in the field of energetics.* The optional information will be used to build a member database. Once completed it will be searchable by other members. Please indicate whether you would like to participate in that part or not.

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Please have patience as we expect many members to register over the coming days - do not be concerned if there is a delay between emailing and receiving your username/password. Once you receive your username and password, you will be able to change your password or update your account once you are logged into the website. Anthony P. Shaw

IPS on Twitter The IPS has an account on Twitter. Some people use Twitter. Certainly not everyone. On Twitter short messages are posted, limited to maximum 140 characters, as some of you may know. This is not a plea to start using Twitter, but more if you happen to be using it, just KNOW that the IPS is also there. What will we see there? Well, just small news bites that are of interest to the IPS Community. There are other organization out there on Twitter that share nice to know info. Think AIAA, SERDP, US DoD, Wiley, job openings, etc etc. And, if you see an IPS tweet that you like, retweet it, so we know you have an interest in it.

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It is expected that an author will present each oral or poster paper. It is our intent not to publish manuscripts of papers from authors who do not participate in the Seminar. This standard is set to encourage attendance and participation in the Seminar and to encourage the open exchange of ideas. All papers will be presented and written in the English language. Furthermore, all submitted manuscripts must allow IPSUSA Seminars, Inc. to copyright their submissions in accordance with standard practice for the publication of all technical and scientific publications. Authors are personally and solely responsible for obtaining organizational clearance for their paper (abstract and manuscript) before submitting it to the Seminar for presentation and publication. In granting the clearance approval, it should be understood that the abstract and manuscript will be published in the Seminar Proceedings in hard copy and on CD. These will be made available to the public at large.

PASSPORT and VISA ADVISORY and WARNING In the process of obtaining your Visa for travel to the USA, you may be asked to appear for a personal interview. This will lengthen the time it takes to obtain a Visa. We strongly recommend starting the Visa application process very early.

SEMINAR STEERING COMMITTEE IPSUSA Seminars, Inc. Officers

One special award, the 2016 – Dr. Bernard E. Douda IPS – Young Scientist Award for Pyrotechnics Investigators is anticipated from the fund established through the International Pyrotechnics Society. The award will pay for the 42nd IPS Conference and 12th Workshop on Pyrotechnics Combustion Registration fees and a 2-year paid IPS membership. To be eligible for the award, the Applicant must be under 40 years of age at the time of the submission deadline (January 18, 2016), must not be an officer or past officer of the IPS or IPSUSA, must submit a full paper with cover letter explaining the importance of the presented work along with a curriculum vitae, and must attend and present the paper at the 42nd IPS Seminar. Applicants will be notified by February 15, 2016. The point of contact for this award is Dr. Ernst-Christian Koch (Email: ips2016-award@ mail.com).

Dr. Gregory D. Knowlton – President Mr. David W. Turner – Vice President, Financial Accounts Dr. Jesse J. Sabatini – Vice President, Seminar Protocol Dr. David R. Dillehay – Treasurer Mrs. Linda C. Crouse – Secretary Dr. Bernard E. Douda – President, Emeritus Mr. James L. Austing – Secretary, Emeritus

ADJOINING WORKSHOP The 12th Workshop on Pyrotechnic Combustion Mechanisms will meet at the same hotel (on Saturday, July 9th) just before the 42nd IPS Seminar. There will be a separate registration and fee for the Workshop. The goal and primary focus of this Workshop is to provide a platform for scientists to exchange information and discuss critical physical and chemical aspects of the combustion of pyrotechnic materials. Whereas our present knowledge on the combustion of most solid propellants may be considered mature, our understanding of the combustion processes occurring with pyrotechnics is still in its infancy. Thus development of pyrotechnics for various applications, be it illuminating and decoy flares, igniter materials, smoke charges and the like, still requires timeconsuming procedures resembling more of a trial and error system rather than a straightforward/deductive approach. For further information on the Workshop, see the IPS or IPSUSA Seminars websites or contact Dr. Ernest-Christian Koch at e-c.koch@lutradyn.com.

SEMINAR CO-CHAIRS Dr. Lori Groven of South Dakota School of Mines & Technology – Dept. of Chemical & Biological Engineering, lori.groven@sdsmt.edu Dr. Anthony Shaw of U.S. Army RDECOM-ARDEC, anthony.p.shaw.civ@mail.mil

FURTHER INFORMATION As information about the Seminar becomes available, it will be posted on the website at http://www.ipsusa.org/ips42.htm. Copies of proceedings from previous Seminars held in the US are available in book and CD form for sale at http://www.ipsusa.org/pubs.htm.

PYROTECHNICS SEMINARS U.S.A.

To be considered, Abstracts may be submitted for inclusion in the Seminar at any time up to January 18, 2016. Receipt of your Abstract will be acknowledged by email or airmail. Guidelines on how to prepare the manuscript for publication will be available on the IPSUSA Seminar website. Selection of the papers to be given at the Seminar will be made in February 2016, and a list of papers for oral and poster presentation will also be published and posted on the website in March 2016. The proceedings of the Seminar will be published in hard copy and as a CD. The CD will be distributed at the Seminar and a hard copy will be available for purchase at that time.

2016 – DR. BERNARD E. DOUDA IPS – YOUNG SCIENTIST AWARD

INTERNATIONAL

SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS

SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT and CALL for ABSTRACTS

FOUNDED 1968

42nd INTERNATIONAL PYROTECHNICS SEMINAR Hosted by

IPSUSA Seminars, Inc. The Major International Forum for Pyrotechnics! July 10-15, 2016

The 42nd International Pyrotechnics Seminar will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Grand Junction, Colorado, USA, on July 10-15, 2016.

REGISTRATION Registration and Abstracts will be handled through the Seminar Coordinator: Linda Crouse IPSUSA 2016 Seminar Coordinator P.O. Box 621633 Littleton, Colorado 80162-1633 USA Phone: 303.601.8550 Fax: 303.904.3965 E-mail: LcrouseIPSUSASeminars@gmail.com Questions about details of the logistics for registration and other arrangements may be directed to her.

GRAND JUNCTION

DoubleTree by Hilton Grand Junction, Colorado http://www.doubletreegrandjunction.com/

GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

Grand Junction is the largest city in western Colorado. At an altitude of 4,586 feet, it is warm in the summer and moderate in spring, fall and winter. Boasting more than 275 days of sunshine annually, Grand Junction has been named one of the eight sunniest cities in the United States by TourismReview.com. A mecca for outdoor and recreational activity and exploration, Grand Junction is a year-round destination. Some of the major draws include: Colorado’s wine country – Grand Valley AVA (American Viticultural Area) orchards, fruit harvests (including the famous peaches), year-round “World Class” golf, hiking and biking, the Colorado National Monument, and the Grand Mesa.

To make Reservations, you may either call the Hotel’s direct number at 1-970-241-8888 and ask for Reservations, or go online to http://www.doubletreegrandjunction.com/ to receive the special Seminar rates. Make sure you reference “IPSUSA”. NOTE: As soon as we get the direct IPSUSA Reservation links, they will be posted on the IPSUSA website and also emailed to you.

DOUBLETREE by HILTON HOTEL The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Junction in the heart of the Grand Valley and Colorado Wine Country overlooks the lush valley and famous bluffs of the Grand Mesa Plateau. This Colorado hotel is conveniently located off I-70, providing quick access to Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT), and located near Bookcliff Country Club, The Golf Club at Redlands Mesa, local Colorado wineries, and Colorado National Monument. Complimentary parking is provided for guests, as well as shuttle service within a 5-mile radius, based on availability. Tee off at the Golf Club at Redlands Mesa or embark on one of many interesting tours and tastings at more than 21 wineries. Explore the majestic Colorado National Monument or discover the Grand Mesa National Forest, where you can enjoy hiking, world-class mountain biking, rafting, fishing, and many other outdoor activities. Spacious guest rooms, suites, and executive accommodations have two-line speaker phones with voice mail and data ports and complimentary Wi-Fi access. The extensive recreational amenities include a children's playground, putting green, seasonal outdoor saline pool and whirlpool, and fully equipped fitness center. Dine at the stylish Bistro 743, serving regional favorites for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Enjoy a wide selection of wines including local choices and Colorado microbrews in the inviting Lounge 743.

There will be a limited number of Per Diem rooms (for Government Employees only – with a valid Government ID), so it is advised that you register early if you qualify for these. Regular room rates will be $121 per night. Paid Registration also includes free internet access in your room. Once you make your reservation, you will receive a confirmation number from the hotel.

SEMINAR REGISTRATION See enclosed/attached Registration Form for Registration fees. Note discounts for early registration and for IPS members. Early registrants using credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, and AMEX only) will not be charged until the Seminar. Also, please specify Seminar activities for companions and note participation in all events for both registrants and companions on the Registration Form. Please complete all sections of the form.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS The timetable leading to the Seminar is: Mid-August, 2015 2nd Announcement and Call for Abstracts with Registration Information Registration for the Seminar begins December 1, 2015 3rd Announcement with Reminder for Abstracts Registration for the Seminar continues January 18, 2016 Abstracts due to Seminar Coordinator (see address on back page) Final full text manuscript is due for the Young Scientist Award consideration Registration for the Seminar continues February 15, 2016 Authors notified of paper acceptance Registration for the Seminar continues March 15, 2016 Final Announcement with list of papers Registration for the Seminar continues April 28, 2016 Manuscripts due to Seminar Coordinator for Proceedings Registration for the Seminar continues June 8, 2016 Final date for receiving discounted registration** June 13, 2016 Cutoff date for Hotel reservations July 10-15, 2016 42nd International Pyrotechnics Seminar ** We strongly encourage completing the Seminar Registration form and making your Hotel reservation early. Payment is not required prior to arrival at the Seminar. Registration forms received by June 8, 2016, will be accepted at the lower advance registration fee for payment at the Seminar. “Walk-in” registrants will pay a higher fee. Your Credit card will not be billed until the date of the Seminar.

Activities for Registrants & Companions included in the Registration fee: The informal reception Sunday evening with ample food, a casual get-together mixer/picnic Monday night, and the traditional Wine and Cheese Social at closing Friday, are all included in the Registration fee.

SEMINAR TOPICS Pyrotechnics, in the international context, includes all energetic materials. Subjects of interest for this Seminar include explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics, and devices that utilize these materials, processes used to make them, and the physical and chemical principles and processes involved in their design, characterization, reaction, testing, operation and aging. ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨

All aspects of Pyrotechnics Fuel/oxidizer formulations Insensitive energetic materials Sensitivity and safety Solid rocket propellants Environmental considerations Nano-particles in energetic materials Testing methods and devices Manufacturing processes; twin-screw extruders, coacervation, co-precipitation, etc. Computational methods applied to energetics Detonation science Improvised explosive devices (IEDs) Initiators and Initiation Regulations and standards applicable to energetics; STANAGs, etc. Synthesis of explosive, propellant, and pyrotechnic compositions Unusual applications of energetic materials Conventional/non-conventional explosives Commercial fireworks (R&D, processing, safety, materials, etc.) Commercial explosives and pyrotechnics for blasting, excavation, drilling, and mining

ABSTRACTS Abstracts should be no more than 500 words in length. You may indicate your preference for presentation in oral or poster session. Full manuscripts from both types of presentations without distinction will be included in the proceedings. Commercial vendors must register and are encouraged to present posters or display exhibits.

12th Workshop on Pyrotechnic Combustion Mechanisms Mission The Workshop on Pyrotechnic Combustion Mechanisms (WPC) has been founded in 2004. This occurred in an effort to provide a forum for scientists, engineers and technicians working in the field to facilitate an intensified exchange of ideas on the combustion mechanisms of pyrotechnic and other energetic materials. Since then the workshop is held annually in either Europe or USA, very often adjacent to the annual pyrotechnics seminar of the International Pyrotechnics Society.

Concept The workshop typically commences around 8 am with a get-together breakfast in the conference room, offering the opportunity to register and to meet with the presenters and other participants. Starting at 9 am the workshop features presentations of about an hour duration and sufficient time to facilitate discussion between the presenters and audience. Coffee breaks and a lunch break are held in the same room to avoid spread-out and unnecessary interruption of streams of thoughts. The workshop closes with a wrap-up session and dissemination of the presentations to the participants on a flash drive. To get an idea about the concept access the free-of-charge proceedings of the 1st Workshop on Pyrotechnic Combustion Mechanisms here: http://www.lutradyn.com/home/reports

Date The upcoming 12th Workshop will be held on Saturday 09 July, 2016 at the Doubletree Hotel Grand Junction in Grand Junction, CO, USA attached to the 42nd International Pyrotechnics Seminar held at the same location from July 1015, 2016. http://ipsusa.org/ips40.htm

Registration Please register for the workshop separately by sending an email to Ernst-Christian Koch, Lutradyn Energetic Materials Science & Technology, 67661 Kaiserslautern, Germany,: registration@lutradyn.com

Workshop Treasurer & US-Point of Contact ď&#x201A;ˇ

Greg Knowlton, USA, gdknowlton@gmail.com

Workshop Co-Chairs  

Ernst-Christian Koch, GERMANY Jesse J. Sabatini, USA

International Advisory Board    

Marc Comet, Shingo Date, Nigel Davies, Ken Smit,

FRANCE JAPAN UNITED KINGDOM AUSTRALIA

Topic SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY OF NEXT GENERATION PYROTECHNICS

Speakers      

Lisa Blair, Cranfield University, UNITED KINGDOM Marc Comet, Institut Franco-Allemand Saint Louis, FRANCE Sebastian Knapp, Fraunhofer ICT, GERMANY Karl Oyler, ARDEC, USA Steven Son, Purdue University, USA Michael Zachariah, University of Maryland, USA

Fee Speakers Early bird* IPS member: Early bird* non-IPS member: Late IPS member: Late non-IPS member: Students (< 30 years of age) Current Frank Carver & Dr. Bernard Douda-Bursary Award Winner:

free admission 125 USD 175 USD 150 USD 200 USD 100 USD free admission

Fee includes breakfast, lunch and coffee breaks and a flash drive with presentations. *Registration and bank transfer of payment before April 1st, 2016

Proceedings Copies of Proceedings from previous Workshops are available in book and CD form for sale at http://www.lutradyn.com/home/reports/

The First Announcement of 19TH INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR “NEW TRENDS IN RESEARCH OF ENERGETIC MATERIALS”

which will be held at the University of Pardubice Pardubice, the Czech Republic, www.ntrem.com

April 20 - 22, 2016 and will cover

Modern experimental techniques and diagnostics for energetic materials The nineteenth consecutive Seminar on new trends in research of energetic materials is intended to be a world meeting of young people and university teachers working in the fields of teaching, research, development, processing, analyzing and application of all kinds of energetic materials. This Seminar also covers explosions in gaseous, dispersed and condensed systems. It will not only be aimed at the exchange of professional information but also to create a pleasant meeting where young specialists from different countries will have the opportunity to meet and gain personal contacts. Papers should not only describe research work, but should also demonstrate awareness of the context and background for the Research. The papers presented at this meeting will be quoted in the Chemical Abstracts. Official Language: The official working language will be English. Registration Fees: Students and young researchers: free of charge Others: free of charge, voluntary donation of €100 - to help co-sponsor the seminar would be greatly appreciated. Interested contributors are asked to send their registrations through the Web site of the Seminar by December 31st, 2015 at the latest, including the title and short abstract of their contribution. Please indicate your preference for oral or poster presentation. The contact address for registration and further information: Prof. Svatopluk Zeman and Dr. Jiří Pachmáň Institute of Energetic Materials UNIVERSITY OF PARDUBICE CZ-532 10 Pardubice CZECH REPUBLIC, European Union Phone: 00420 46 603 8023; fax: 00420 46 603 8024 E-mail: seminar@ntrem.com

Framework program of the 19th Seminar NTREM LECTURE PROGRAM OF THE 19TH NTREM – Wednesday April 20th 08:40 Opening of Seminar 1. Session 09:00 10:45 Lectures 10:45 - 11:10 Coffee break 11:10 12:30 Lectures 12:30-13:50 LUNCH BREAK 2. Session 14:00 15:20 Lectures 15:20 – 15:40 Coffee break 15:40 17:40 Lectures LECTURE PROGRAM OF THE 19TH NTREM – Thursday April 21st 3. Session 09:00 10:45 Lectures 10:45 - 11:10 Coffee break 11:10 12:30 Lectures 12:30-13:50 LUNCH BREAK 4. Session 14:00 15:00 Lectures 15:00 – 15:20 Coffee break 15:00 – 17:00 POSTER SESSION 18:00 - 22:00 SPECIAL PROGRAM (at Pardubice’s Castle) LECTURE PROGRAM OF THE 19TH NTREM – Friday April 22nd 5. Session 09:00 10:45 Lectures 10:45 - 11:10 Coffee break 11:10 12:50 Lectures 12:50 CLOSING REMARKS including PRIZES AWARDING

New Energetics Workshop (NEW) 17-18 May 2016  Stockholm, Sweden www.foi.se/new ORGANIZED BY FOI and EURENCO

First Announcement and Call for Papers Stockholm, the city of Alfred Nobel invites you to a workshop devoted to the science and technology of energetic materials. The workshop is a two day event with a focus on all aspects of new energetic materials. It will cover both the basic science, studies on these materials and their development towards different applications. This is a follow up to the popular “Dinitramide and FOX-7 seminar” with an extended scope in the same informal atmosphere to promote personal contacts and exchange of ideas.    

The format of the meeting is oral presentations (no full papers required.) The workshop language will be English NB: limited number of 65 attendees. Register early for ensured participation Visit to Eurenco (240 km west of Stockholm) 19 May

Important dates 

Deadline for Abstracts: 31 January 2016 o Please use attached template and submit it to Jenny Hägre (jenny.hagre@foi.se)

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Abstract Acceptance Notification: 16 March 2016

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Preliminary Programme: 16 March 2016

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Registration o Early bird registration open to 31 March 2016. Price 3500 SEK or 360€ o Late registration open to 30 April. Price 4500 SEK or 460€ o Your registration will be confirmed when the registration fee is paid o Your cancelation will be reimbursed if announced before 30 April o Please mark your attendance to the dinner in the attached form o Register by sending the attached form to Jenny Hägre (jenny.hagre@foi.se)

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Accommodation:

Information about recommended accommodation will be announced later. 

Visit to Eurenco, Karlskoga 19 May: Register by using the attached form

We hope to see you at the meeting,

Patrick Goede FOI

Helen Stenmark EURENCO

7th INTERNATIONAL NITROCELLULOSE SYMPOSIUM 2016 May 31st - June 1st 2016 in Montréal, Canada

Announcement and Call for Papers You are invited to the 7th International Nitrocellulose Symposium which will be held in Montréal, Canada. The Symposium is a unique opportunity to bring together scientists and technologists from academia, industry and government sectors with interest in nitrocellulose (NC). The symposium will cover the whole NC life-cycle, from raw material to final product and its performance in various applications specifically related to propellants and explosives for which obtaining better understanding of chemical, physical and mechanical properties is essential. The topics that will be addressed are, among others: -Characterization and properties of NC -Safety, stability and aging of NC and related material -Synthesis/processing of NC and preparation/processing of related material -Effect of NC on performance of propellants and explosives Location and Date: Westin Hotel Montréal, May 31st and June 1st 2016 Accommodation: We recommended staying at the Westin Hotel Montréal. Details of accommodation and transportation will be available on the website once registration has opened. The fees for the 2-day symposium will be: early registration 325$cdn and late registration 375$cdn. This includes the welcoming cocktail, 2 lunches, one symposium dinner, coffee and refreshments. Call for abstracts: Participation via presentations and posters are welcomed. Please submit an abstract not exceeding 500 words with optional figures together with the exact title, names and affiliations of author(s). Abstracts of presentations and posters will be evaluated by the scientific committee and will be distributed at the symposium. Deadline: Abstracts November 30, 2015 Reply to authors January 15, 2016 End early registration April 1, 2016 End late registration April 21, 2016 Papers/presentations for symposium May 1, 2016 NC Symposium May 31 – June 1 2016 Scientific committee:

Dr. Paul Deacon, AWE, United Kingdom Dr. Beat Vogelsanger, Nitrochemie Wimmis AG, Switzerland Dr. Phil Gil, Cranfield University, United Kingdom Dr. Manfred Bohn, Fraunhofer ICT, Germany Ing. Wim de Klerk, TNO, The Netherlands Chem. Mario Paquet, GD-OTS Valleyfield, Canada Symposium promoter: Ms. Carole Baker, MoD DOSG, United Kingdom Contact: Mario Paquet, GD-OTS Valleyfield (mario.paquet@can.gd-ots.com) Secretariat : Andrée Provost, GD-OTS Valleyfield (andree.provost@can.gd-ots.com) Tel: 450-377-7807 Registration Website: (http://www.ncsymposium2016.ca) Note to all persons from NATO/PfP nations: On June 2, 2016 (the day after the 7th Nitrocellulose Symposium and at the same location), an expert workshop on STANAG / AOP 4178 “nitrocellulose test procedures” will be organized. Invitations to the experts workshop will be sent out in autumn 2015.

Join the Nitrocellulose Symposium 2016 and meet colleagues in the field of Nitrocellulose

THOMAS M. KLAPÖTKE

CHEMISTRY OF HIGH-ENERGY MATERIALS 3rd edition Chemistry of High-Energy Materials continues in this new and revised 3rd edition to provide fundamental scientific insights into primary and secondary explosives, propellants, rocket fuel and pyrotechnics. The contents of the previous edition were meticulously updated and recent research developments added to this graduate-level textbook. Applications in military and civil fields are discussed. Especially environmental issues caused by lead-based primary explosives, perchlorates in pyrotechnic formulations and modern signal flare compositions are discussed and current research presented. Further additions include the understanding of the mechanism and continuing development of laser ignition methods, techniques for the characterization of detonators and their output as well as principles and effects of underwater explosions. New in the 3rd Edition:   

Revised and updated content, new study problems and questions. Extended examination of the application of ionic liquids in the field and hydrodynamics. Intended for advanced students in chemistry, materials science and engineering, as well as to all those working in defense technology.

From the Content 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.

Introduction Classification of Energetic Materials Detonation, Detonation Velocity and Detonation Pressure Thermodynamics Initiation Experimental Characterization of Explosives Special Aspects of Explosives Correlation between the Electrostatic Potential and the Impact Sensitivity Design of Novel Energetic Materials Synthesis of Energetic Materials Safe Handling of Energetic Materials in the Laboratory Energetic Materials of the Future Related Topics Study Questions

The Author Thomas M. Klapötke CSci FRSC was from 1995 until 1997 Ramsay Professor of Chemistry at the University of Glasgow in Scotland. Since 1997 he has held the Chair of Inorganic Chemistry at LMU Munich.

What's Up Around the Globe (as of 15 October 2015) Date

Name of Conference

2015 8~13 9~12 15~20

Venue

Organizers

November

Conference Home Page

23rd International Symposium on Mine Planning and Equipment Selection (MPES 2015)

Johannesburg, South Africa

SAIMM

12th Australian Explosives Ordnance Symposium (PARARI 2015) December 2015 International Chemical Congress of Pacific Basin Societies

Sydney, Australia

Australian Munitions

http://www.saimm.co.za/saimm-events/upcomingevents?page=shop.product_details&category_id=2&flypage=flypage_even ts.tpl&product_id=83 http://www.parari.com.au/

Honolulu, HI, USA

American Chemical Society et al.

http://www.pacifichem.org/

Las Vegas, NV, USA

ISEE

https://www.isee.org/news/196-submit-your-abstract-now-for-the-2016annual-conference

2016 January 31~3 Feb 42nd Annual Conference on Explosives and Blasting Technique April 20~22

19th International Seminar "New Trends in Research of Energetic Materials" Pardubice, Czech Republic FCHT,UPa

http://www.ntrem.com/

May 17~18 31~1 June

New Energetics Workshop (NEW) 7th Nitrocellulose Symposium 2016

Stockholm, Sweden

FOI and Eurenco

http://www.foi.se/new

Quebec, Canada

GD-OTS

http://www.ncsymposium2016.ca/index.html

June

5~8

International Symposium on Loss Prevention and Safety Promotion in Freiburg, Germany the Process Industries and Accompanying Exhibition

DECHEMA eV

http://10times.com/international-symposium-on-loss-prevention-andsafety-promotion-in-process-industries-and-accompanying-exhibition

5~10

Gordon Research Conference - Energetic Materials

Stowe, VT, USA

Gordon Research Conferences

https://www.grc.org/programs.aspx?id=11248

Karlsruhe, Germany

Fraunhofer ICT

http://www.ict.fraunhofer.de/en/conferences/conferences/annconf.html

28~1 July 47th International Annual Conference of the Fraunhofer ICT July 9

12th Workshop on Pyrotechnic Combustion Mechanisms

10~15

42nd International Pyrotechnics Society Seminar

Grand Junction, CO, USA Grand Junction, CO, USA

International Pyrotechnics Society http://www.intpyrosoc.org/42nd-ips-seminar-and-12th-wpcm/ IPSUSA Seminars, Inc

http://www.ipsusa.org/index2.htm

Orlando, FL, USA

ICTAC

http://www.ictac.org/ICTAC_2016_flyer.pdf

Nagoya, Japan

International Shock Wave Institute (ISWI)

http://akagi.nuae.nagoya-u.ac.jp/issw31/

August 14~19

ICTAC 2016

2017 July 9~14

31st International Symposium on Shock Waves (ISSW31)

THE INTERNATIONAL PYROTECHNICS SOCIETY

Membership Dues for the International Pyrotechnics Society Methods of Payment: 1. Personal check, bank draft or money order in US Dollars made payable to – “International Pyrotechnics Society” for $ 50.00 US for two (2) years . 2. Wire/Electronic transfer of funds in US Dollars to be deposited in Bank of America account number: 0046 5824 9468 Include Bank Identification Number (BIN): 026009593 and/or Bank Identification Code / Telecommunications (SWIFT) code: BOFAUS3N Note: Bank of America does not have an IBAN (Internat’l Bank Acct. No.) For wire transfers, also include (in addition to $50.00 US for dues) $10.00 US for US Bank fees. Send wire transfers to the following Bank of America office: Bank of America 2170 South Power Road Mesa, Arizona 85208 USA 3. Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club): Contact Dr. Dave Dillehay and provide credit card information Dr. Dave Dillehay 107 Ashwood Terrace Marshall, Texas 75672 USA

Phone: 903-935-1002 FAX: 903-935-9422 E-mail: dillehay@cobridge.tv

4. Wire money by Western Union Provide Western Union with Dr. Greg Knowlton’s name, address, phone no. & e-mail address (see below) E-mail Dr. Knowlton the Western Union MTCN (tracking number) so he can pick up the dues payment at the nearest Western Union store. Please send checks, bank drafts & money orders along with contact information(New Member Application or e-mail address) to Dr. Greg Knowlton (IPS Treasurer). Direct any questions regarding the above means of IPS dues payment to Dr. Knowlton as well. Dr. Greg Knowlton 4458 E. Juanita Ave. Gilbert, Arizona 85234

E-mail: gd.knowlton@gmail.com Phone: 480-324-1775 FAX: 480-324-1776

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® Propellants ® Inflators ® High and commercial explosives ® Application and demilitarization

® Primers ® Pyrotechnics ® Ignition, combustion and detonation processes ® Safety regulations

Editors

Most Accessed Articles ® Review on Energetic Thermoplastic Elastomers (ETPEs) for Military Science Arun Kanti Sikder, Sreekantha Reddy 2013, 38(1), 14–28 ® Boron‐Based High Explosives Ernst-Christian Koch, Thomas M. Klapötke 2012, 37(3), 335–344

Peter Elsner

Norbert Eisenreich

Randall L. Simpson

® Combustion of Nanoaluminum and Water Propellants: Effect of Equivalence Ratio and Safety/Aging Characterization Travis R. Sippel, Timothée L. Pourpoint, Steven F. Son 2013, 38(1), 56–66

Fraunhofer Institut für Chemische Technologie (ICT) Pfinztal, Germany

Energetic Materials Center Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Livermore, CA, USA

® Mechanical Properties of Smokeless Composite Rocket Propellants Based on Prilled Ammonium Dinitramide Eva Landsem, Tomas L. Jensen, Finn K. Hansen, Erik Unneberg, Tor E. Kristensen 2012, 37(6), 691–698

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Manuscript Submission

http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/prep Editorial Advisory Board How Ghee Ang (Singapore) Robert Belmas (France) Patrick Brousseau (Canada) José L. Andrade Campos (Portugal) Stanisław Cudziło, (Poland) Adam S. Cumming (UK) Ruth M. Doherty (USA) Alex Gash (USA) Axel Homburg (Germany) Daniel E. Hooks (USA) Thomas M. Klapötke (Germany) Wim P. C. de Klerk (The Netherlands) Ernst-Christian Koch (Belgium) Takuo Kuwahara (Japan) Ming Li (China)

Henric Östmark (Sweden) Christian Perut (France) William G. Proud (UK) Carole Rossi (France) Thomas D. Sewell (USA) Paul Wanninger (Germany) Michael R. Zachariah (USA)

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® Vapor Pressure of Explosives: A Critical Review Henric Östmark, Sara Wallin, How Ghee Ang 2012, 37(1), 12–23