Transformations of Condensed Substances under Shock-wave Compression in Controlled Thermodynamic Conditions

The development of dynamic methods of acting on matter is reviewed, with special emphasis on isentropic shock-wave compression methods, which minimise the thermal contribution to the pressure. The effect of pressure, temperature, micro- and macro-plastic deformations, and of pressure relief waves is discussed. Problems arising in studies of the low-temperature compression of condensed gases under dynamic conditions and of chemical synthesis by shock-wave compression of solid–gas systems are examined. 53 references.