Types of propellants

Description

Field of information which distinguishes different types of propellants such as black gunpowder to forms of smokeless powder derived from nitrocellulose. These create an expanding gas which makes the bullet accelerate from the barrel. Other differences emerge from the expansion rate, size and shape of the powder.

Alternative labels

varieties of fuel
brands of propellants
varieties of propellants
categories of fuel
brands of fuel
fuel formats
propellant formats
categories of propellants

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Types of propellants is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Ammunition assembler: Ammunition assemblers put together explosives and other ammunition components. They perform this work in mass production in ammunition factories. The production itself focuses on the manufacturing of cartridges or projectiles.

Optional knowledge

Types of propellants is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Types of propellants – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022