Recent studies demonstrate that HMX-based explosives and propellants can be formulated with advanced binders and coatings to significantly enhance safety and reduce premature detonation risks.
The claim states that HMX-fueled propellants can be safely launched without detonating prematurely. Multiple retrieved papers ([3], [7]) discuss how modern formulation strategies, such as polymer coatings and binder integration, improve the thermal stability, mechanical properties, and safety performance of HMX-based energetic materials, thereby reducing the risk of accidental or premature detonation. No papers refute this; therefore, the claim is supported.