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The detonation velocity values presented here are typically for the highest practical density which maximizes achievable detonation velocity. [ 1 ] The velocity of detonation is an important indicator for overall energy and power of detonation, and in particular for the brisance or shattering effect of an explosive which is due to the ...
Gas explosions can either deflagrate or detonate based on confinement; detonation velocities are generally around 1700 m/s [3] [4] [5] but can be as high as 3000 m/s. [6] Solid explosives often have detonation velocities ranging beyond 4000 m/s to 10300 m/s. Detonation velocity can be measured by the Dautriche method.
Lycopodium powder is a yellow-tan dust-like powder historically used as a flash powder. [1] Today, the principal use of the powder is to create flashes or flames that are large and impressive but relatively easy to manage safely in magic acts and for cinema and theatrical special effects .
As a simple approximate equation, the physical value of is usually very close to 1/3 of the detonation velocity of the explosive material for standard explosives. [1] For a typical set of military explosives, the value of D 2 E {\displaystyle {\frac {D}{\sqrt {2E}}}} ranges from between 2.32 for Tritonal and 3.16 for PAX-29n.
Detonation can be initiated only by a shockwave, such as when a detonator inserted into it is fired. [8] When detonated, C-4 rapidly decomposes to release nitrogen, water and carbon oxides as well as other gases. [8] The detonation proceeds at an explosive velocity of 8,092 m/s (26,550 ft/s). [14]
Armstrong's mixture is a highly shock and friction sensitive [1] explosive. Formulations vary, but one consists of 67% potassium chlorate, 27% red phosphorus, 3% sulfur, and 3% calcium carbonate. [2] [3] It is named for Sir William Armstrong, who invented it sometime prior to 1872 for use in explosive shells. [4] [additional citation(s) needed]
Dry ice bombs are commonly made from a container such as a plastic bottle, water and dry ice. The bottle is partly filled with water. Chunks of dry ice are added and the container is closed tightly. As the solid carbon dioxide warms, it sublimates to gas and the pressure in the bottle increases. Bombs typically rupture within 30 seconds to half ...
It is a yellow-orange solid. [1] It is used as a heat-resistant high explosive . It is slightly soluble (0.1 - 5 g/100 mL) in butyrolactone , DMF , DMSO , and N -methylpyrrolidone .