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Energetics Focus

Energetic materials (reactive chemicals), formulations (propellants, explosives, pyrotechnics), and subsystem components (fuzes, detonators, boosters, igniters, safe & arm devices) are critical to the performance and reliability of weapon systems. Applications include missile, rocket and gun propulsion; stores or ordnance separation; warheads and munitions; obstacle and mine clearance; flares; decoys; fire suppression; and aircrew escape. EMTC has a full understanding of the inherent dangers of energetics and the need for special processes, equipment, facilities, environmental considerations, and safety precautions required for manufacturing.

EOD technicians using M112 C-4 detonation blocks in the field

EOD technicians using M112 C-4 detonation blocks in the field.

Low sensitivity mortar propelling charges being used by soldiers

Low sensitivity mortar propelling charges being used by soldiers.

Three Coast Guard members hold an AIM-9X Sidewinder missile

Coast Guard members holding an AIM-9X Sidewinder missile.

An F/A-18 aircraft on the flight deck prior to takeoff

F/A-18 aircraft on the flight deck prior to takeoff.

EMTC Contact Information

Charles Painter, EMTC Director
charles.r.painter.civ@us.navy.mil
(301) 744-6772; DSN 354-6772

Mailing Address
Director, Navy Energetics ManTech Center
Department of the Navy
Code MT
3032 Strauss Avenue, Suite 106
Indian Head, MD 20640-5148

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