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  2. Fireworks algorithm - Wikipedia

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    The Fireworks Algorithm (FWA) is a swarm intelligence algorithm that explores a very large solution space by choosing a set of random points confined by some distance metric in the hopes that one or more of them will yield promising results, allowing for a more concentrated search nearby.

  3. Burst charge - Wikipedia

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    Fireworks shell In fireworks , a burst charge (usually black powder) [ 1 ] is a pyrotechnic mixture placed in a shell which is ignited when the shell reaches the desired height in order to create an explosion and spread the stars .

  4. Pyrotechnics - Wikipedia

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    The size of these fireworks can range from 50 mm (2") to over 600 mm (24") diameter depending on the type of effect and available distance from the audience. In most jurisdictions, special fireworks training and licensing must be obtained from local authorities to legally prepare and use display pyrotechnics.

  5. Java performance - Wikipedia

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    The performance of a Java bytecode compiled Java program depends on how optimally its given tasks are managed by the host Java virtual machine (JVM), and how well the JVM exploits the features of the computer hardware and operating system (OS) in doing so.

  6. Pyrotechnic composition - Wikipedia

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    A pyrotechnic composition is a substance or mixture of substances designed to produce an effect by heat, light, sound, gas/smoke or a combination of these, as a result of non-detonative self-sustaining exothermic chemical reactions.

  7. Rocket (firework) - Wikipedia

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    1.4 Consumer Display Rocket. A rocket is a pyrotechnic firework made out of a paper tube packed with gunpowder that is propelled into the air. Types of rockets include the skyrockets, which have a stick to provide stability during airborne flight; missiles, which instead rotate for stability or are shot out of a tube; and bottle rockets, smaller fireworks – 1½ in (3.8 cm) long, though the ...

  8. Sparkler - Wikipedia

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    A sparkler on a Christmas tree A "Morning Glory" type sparkler, emitting small pyrotechnic stars during this phase of the burn Sparklers are popular fireworks for children Moving sparklers quickly can create attractive patterns. A sparkler is a type of hand-held firework that burns slowly while

  9. Fireworks - Wikipedia

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    Aside from the nightly firework shows, one of the most popular events of the convention is a unique event where individual classes of hand-built fireworks are competitively judged, ranging from simple fireworks rockets to extremely large and complex aerial shells.