Dictionary of Explosives (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A concise, możesz learn how explosives are organized and evaluated. This reference-style overview explains how propellants, high explosives, and coal-mine explosives are grouped, tested, and used, with notes on safety and regulatory lists across several countries.

The book presents a broad scope of explosive types, their typical components, and how compositions relate to function and safety. It covers historical developments, testing procedures, and the placement of many formulations on permits or permissible lists in different jurisdictions. It also points out how regulations have evolved and why certain explosives are preferred in coal mining versus military or blasting uses.

• Clear organization of propellants, high explosives, and blasting explosives.


• Descriptions of common ingredients and how they affect performance and safety.


• Information on regulatory lists and how blasts are governed in different regions.


• Historical context about the development and usage of various formulations.

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