Nanostructured and Nanophased Materials for Army Weapons Systems

The potential application of nanotechnology and advanced materials in both DoD weapons systems and commercial products is great. ARDEC is exploring a wide variety of materials and technologies to solve current technology gaps. Addressing these gaps will enhance lethality and survivability of the Warfigher. ARDEC is combining internal capabilities with those of key industry and academic partners to address these gaps.

This talk will describe some of the recent research and successes under a variety of efforts. Nanocomposite superthermites, the replacement of single-point failure materials, the use of nanoporous silicon as an alternative to nano-aluminum and near-term and mid-term goals to develop new materials for the Energetics, Reactive Materials, Armor/Anti-armor and Power & Energy product areas will be discussed.