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A non-nuclear, non-focusing, active warhead that comprises a high explosive charge contained within a casing of reactive metal. When the high explosive is detonated, the reactive metal is dispersed and reacts with the air, which significantly increases the explosive yield of the warhead. The active

A non-nuclear, non-focusing, active warhead that comprises a high explosive charge contained within a casing of reactive metal. When the high explosive is detonated, the reactive metal is dispersed and reacts with the air, which significantly increases the explosive yield of the warhead. The active warhead produces therefore much higher blast effects with significantly reduced weight compared to conventional munitions. The warhead is highly effective against such targets as aircraft which typically have thin fuselages, for example. The explosiveness of this warhead can be enhanced further by elevating the temperature and therefore the reactivity of the reactive metal before or during the explosion. New methods of enhancing the reactivity of the metal are also taught.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A non-nuclear, non-focused blast explosive device comprising a central charge of high explosive enclosed in a continuously convex casing made of material which exhibits substantial reactivity with respect to a component of the environment in which said blast explosive is

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A non-nuclear, non-focused blast explosive device comprising a central charge of high explosive enclosed in a continuously convex casing made of material which exhibits substantial reactivity with respect to a component of the environment in which said blast explosive is to be detonated, wherein said casing is made of a continuous metallic body of aluminum, magnesium, titanium, zirconium, or cerium.