the invention consists of a class of high energy explosive yield enhancersreated through the use of microencapsulation techniques . the microcapsules consist of combinations of highly reactive oxidizers that are encapsulated in either passivated inorganic fuels or inert materials and inorganic fuels . depending on the application , the availability of the various oxidizers and fuels within the microcapsules can be customized to increase the explosive yield or modify other characteristics of high explosives . the microcapsules prevent premature reaction of the component oxidizers and inorganic fuel to allow their use in munitions and propellant applications . the physical stability of the microcapsules , in combination with epoxies , plastics , and composites , also permits microcapsules to be included in warhead structural components .