HTPB (Hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene)

Hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) is a flexible, synthetic rubber-like material used primarily as a binder or binder component in solid rocket propellants and explosives. It has hydroxyl groups at the ends of its polymer chains, allowing it to be chemically modified or hardened for specific applications. HTPB provides essential properties like elasticity, stability, and adhesion, helping to hold the explosive or fuel components together while ensuring controlled combustion. Its versatile nature makes it a key ingredient in aerospace and defense industries for creating reliable, high-performance propulsion systems.