Borates Today

Boron-based Missiles


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Today, we will look at how China's scientists are developing a boron-inside missile that could change how we think about warfare.

Boron is a highly reactive element that reacts violently with air and water, liberating a tremendous amount of heat. It is widely used in propellants, ranging from jet liquid fuels to solid nanotube fuel sources for hypersonic rocket engines.

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Borates TodayBy Brendan McMahon