Department of Nanothermite and Nanotechnology, United States
Mini Review
Nanothermite: Unraveling the Power of Nano-sized Pyrotechnics
Author(s): Dr. James Franklin*
Nanothermites, also known as super-thermites or nanoenergetics, are a class of advanced energetic materials that have garnered
significant attention in recent years due to their exceptional properties and wide-ranging applications. Unlike traditional
thermite compositions, nanothermites are characterized by their nanostructured components, which impart them with
enhanced reactivity, efficiency, and controllability. This abstract provides an overview of nanothermite technology, discussing
its composition, fabrication methods, and fundamental mechanisms of energy release. Moreover, it explores the diverse
applications of nanothermites in various fields, such as defense, aerospace, propulsion, and pyrotechnics, and highlights the
potential for breakthroughs in energy release, heat generation, and controlled explosions. While nanothermites hold great
promise for techn.. View more»