Synthesis of Polynitro-2,6-dioxabicyclo[3.3.0]octanes

Abstract
Polynitro ether, 4,4,8,8-tetranitro-2,6-dioxabicyclo[3.3.0]octane (1), was synthesized in four steps from 1,4:3,6-dianhydromannitol ditosylate.