Optimization of the key steps of synthesis and study of the fundamental physicochemical properties of high energy compounds — 4-(2,2,2-trinitroethyl)-2,6,8,10,12-pentanitrohexaazaisowurtzitane and 4,10-bis(2,2,2-trinitroethyl)-2,6,8,12-tetranitrohexaazaisowurtzitane

Abstract

The key steps of the synthesis of two high energy compounds, namely, 4-(2,2,2-trinitroethyl)-2,6,8,10,12-pentanitrohexaazaisowurtzitane and 4,10-bis(2,2,2-trinitroethyl)-2,6,8,12-tetranitrohexaazaisowurtzitane, were optimized. Their enthalpy of formation, density, impact and friction sensitivity, and thermal stability were experimentally determined.