Synthesis of BAMO-THF Energetic Binder

In this study, BAMO-THF as an appropriate energetic binder was produced. Initially, BAMO as energetic monomer was obtained from Pentaerythritol after three steps reactions. Then, BAMO-THF copolymer was produced via cationic polymerization method using BAMO and THF as monomers, 1,4-butanediol as initiator and Boron triflouride as catalyst. Products obtained from each step were analyzed by FT-IR, 1H NMR, 13C NMR, GPC and CHN analyses. Results indicated that all products (intermediates and BAMO-THF copolymer) are successfully produced with high purity.