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The Chemistry of Fireworks de Michael S. Russell

The Chemistry of Fireworks: Rsc Paperbacks

Autor Michael S. Russell
en Limba Engleză Paperback – 31 oct 2008
For centuries fireworks have been a source of delight and amazement in cultures around the world. But what produces their dazzling array of effects? This book, a fully revised, extended and updated second edition explores the chemistry and physics behind the art of pyrotechnics. Its scope ranges from the history of gunpowder and fireworks in the UK, to the chemical characteristics of gunpowder, the form and functioning of all the main types of fireworks, special effects, fireworks safety and current fireworks legislation. This second edition is aimed at students with A level qualifications or equivalent wanting to follow the essential principles of pyrotechnics. The style is concise and easy to understand and readers will gain a clear understanding of the science of fireworks in terms of recognised scientific principles.
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Specificații

ISBN-13: 9780854041275
ISBN-10: 0854041273
Pagini: 192
Ilustrații: 1, black & white illustrations
Dimensiuni: 150 x 221 x 13 mm
Greutate: 0.27 kg
Ediția:Nouă
Editura: Royal Society Of Chemistry
Seria Rsc Paperbacks

Locul publicării:United Kingdom

Cuprins

1 - Historical Introduction; Early Incendiary Devices; Development of Black Powder; Application of Black Powder to Fireworks; Further Uses of Black Powder; 2 - The Characteristics of Black Powder; The Solid State; Oxidation and Reduction; Electronegativity; Physical Chemistry; Influence of Pellet Density on Burning Time; Influence of Moisture on Burning Time; Thermal Decomposition; Thermal Ignition of Black Powder; Thermal Analysis of Black Powder; Analysis by TG; Analysis by DTA; Analysis by DSC; Stoichiometry; Volume of Evolved Gases; Heat of Reaction; Temperature of Reaction; Sulphurless Gunpowder; Moisture Resistant Gunpowder; 3 - Rockets; Propellant; Internal Ballistics; Thrust and Specific Impulse; External Ballistics; Rocket Trajectory; Distance Travelled with Uniform Acceleration; Motion Under Gravity; The Trajectory in the Atmosphere; Rocket Design and Manufacture; Further Developments; 4 - Mines and Shells; Calibres; Construction of Shells; Functioning of Shells; Internal Ballistics; External Ballistics; Mortar Tubes; Energy Transfer Efficiency; Mines; 5 - Fountains; Compositions; Atomic Theory; Quantum Theory; Titanium Fountains; The Colour of Sparks; The Brightness of Sparks; Particle Combustion; 6 - Sparklers; Wire Sparklers; Tubed Sparklers; 7 - Bangers; Method of Construction; Volume of Evolved Gases; Theoretical Maximum Gas; Pressure; Airblast and Sound; 8 - Roman Candles; Method of Construction; Emission of Radiation by Stars; Chemistry of the Green Star; Ionisation in Flames; Chemistry of the Red Star; Chemistry of the Blue Star; Summary; 9 - Gerbs and Wheels; Gerbs; Method of Construction; Wheels; Method of Construction; The Maltese Wheel; 10 - Special Effects; Quickmatch; Piped Match; Plastic Fuse; Lances; Set-Pieces; Devices; Flash and Noise Effects; The Whistle Effect; Smoke Puffs; Coloured Smokes; Firing Electrically; 11 - Fireworks Safety; Radio Hazard; Public Safety; Organised Displays; 12 - Fireworks Legislation; The Explosives Acts; The Health and Safety Commission; The Health and Safety Executive; British Standard for Fireworks; UK List of Classified and Authorised Explosives; Recent Legislation; The Fireworks Regulations 2004; The Manufacture and Storage of Explosives; Regulations 2005; Bibliography; Subject Index

Recenzii

"The history of the English Firework makers.....is fascinating and I would have really liked to have read more." "This book is very well produced and it will be a worthy addition to my collection of books on firworks. I shall use it as a reference book for many years and recommend it to my students and library."

Notă biografică

Michael S Russell is a Chartered Chemist and a member of the RSC. His experience lies in the design of pyrotechnic devices mainly for fire or explosion suppression or military applications. He acts as a Consultant for explosives safety and safety training courses. He has also developed pyrotechnics, smokes, flares, rockets and gas generators.

Textul de pe ultima copertă

For centuries fireworks have been a source of delight and amazement in cultures around the world. But what produces their dazzling array of effects? This book, a fully revised, extended and updated second edition explores the chemistry and physics behind the art of pyrotechnics. The objectives of the book are to provide the student with the essential principles behind chemical reactivity, the generation of noise, smoke and flame, which derive from the chemical ingredients and the way in which they are used. It introduces a particularly attractive branch of chemistry that students can easily reproduce (under supervision) in any laboratory equipt with a Bunsen burner and range of metal salts to give coloured flames or sparks. Its scope ranges from the history of gunpowder and fireworks in the UK, to the chemical characteristics of gunpowder, the form and functioning of all the main types of fireworks, special effects, fireworks safety and current fireworks legislation. The book opens with historical material, including unique historical photographs, and is valuable for its technical content. It then advances to a presentation on the characteristics of gunpowder, whose unique properties cause it to be the mainstay of the fireworks industry, even today. Succeeding chapters describe the manufacture and functioning of the most popular fireworks, including rockets, shells, fountains, roman candles, bangers, gerbs and wheels in a stimulating and easy assimilated way for those approaching the subject for the first time. The book covers current developments in the field including more robust and accurately timed fusing systems, the use of synthetic polymers as binders and 'daytime' fireworks. Chapters on fireworks safety, current legislation and a comprehensive glossary completes the book. Whilst this second edition is aimed at students with A level qualifications or equivalent, it is also intended to be useful background material and a source of reference for anybody engaged in the study of pyrotechnics as applied to fireworks. The style is concise and easy to understand and readers will gain a clear understanding of the science of fireworks in terms of recognised scientific principles.

Descriere

This book, a fully revised, extended and updated second edition explores the chemistry and physics behind the art of pyrotechnics.