This book is first of its kind which discusses condensed phase chemistry of composite solid propellants in detail-vital for understanding the key phenomena like burning rate modulation, ageing, extinction, intermittent and plateau burning, etc. Besides, it describes the subtle role of binders, oxidizers and catalysts. Latest developments in high-energy binders and oxidizers have also been presented. This book is helpful not only in assessing the progress made in composite solid propellants but also in. understanding   the key phenomena in an organised fashion. It is hoped that this book will promote excellence in research and teaching in composite solid propellants.

Dr K Kishore is a Professor in the Department of Inorganic & Physical Chemistry at the Bangalore and recipient of Royal Society and Nuffield Foundation Bursary (1972). Awarded Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize in Chemical Sciences (1988). Received Netzsch-Indian Thermal Analysis Society Award (1991). He is a Fellow of Indian Academy of Sciences, Indian National Science Academy, and National Academy of Science.

Dr K Sridhara obtained his.PhD in Combustion Chemistry from Bangalore (1991). He worked in the Department of Aerospace Engineering of Indian Institute of Science, before he joined his current assignment as Assistant Works Manager in Rollon Bearings Pvt Ltd, recently.