Metal particles are attractive candidate fuels for various propulsion and energy-conversion
applications, primarily due to their high energy densities. Micron-sized particles present …

Metal fuels, as recyclable carriers of clean energy, are promising alternatives to fossil fuels
in a future low-carbon economy. Fossil fuels are a convenient and widely-available source …

Adding solid inertants to combustible dust is an effective means of reducing dust explosion
risk through both preventive and mitigative measures. However, since dust layers and dust …

Metal fuels have a high potential for applications in space propulsion owing to their superior
energy density and distinct combustion characteristics. Therefore, research into the …

In order to reduce the engine size and mass of spacecraft for Mars missions, powdered
magnesium (Mg) and carbon dioxide rocket engines should use liquid carbon dioxide (liquid …

This work presents an experimental study of the combustion characteristics of micron-sized
aluminum and magnesium powders under constant volume combustion experiments …

IN SITU resource utilization (ISRU) is recognized as an enabling technology for exploration
of Mars, which can significantly reduce the mass, cost, and risk of robotic and human …

The thermal behavior and kinetic parameters of magnesium powder subjected to a nitrogen-
rich atmosphere was investigated in thermogravimetric (TG) and differential scanning …

This article considers ignition and combustion of single particles of magnesium and
aluminum in carbon dioxide at pressures 0.1-2 MPa. An experimental setup with an …

A thin coating of nickel on the surface of aluminum particles can prevent their agglomeration
and at the same time facilitate their ignition, thus increasing the efficiency of aluminized …