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Reclaiming RDX and TNT from composition B and composition B containing military shells

US6777586B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 2003
Grant dateAug 17, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S149/124
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A solvent extraction process for the separation recovery of TNT and RDX from Composition B-containing munitions. The munitions also contain liner materials, such as asphalt and binders, and sealers, such as wax, each of which are also recovered by use of solvent technology.

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