Chemistry of pyrotechnics [electronic resource] : basic principles and theory / John A. Conkling & Chris Mocella.

By: Conkling, John A, 1943-Contributor(s): Mocella, ChrisMaterial type: Text

TextPublication details: Boca Raton, Fla. : CRC Press, 2011. Edition: 2nd edDescription: xii, 225 p., [8] p. of col. plates : illISBN: 9781420018097 (ebook : PDF)Subject(s): FireworksGenre/Form: Electronic books.Additional physical formats: No titleOnline resources: Click here to access online Also available in print edition.

Contents:

ch. 1. Introduction -- ch. 2. Basic chemical principles -- ch. 3. Components of high-energy mixtures -- ch. 4. Pyrotechnic principles -- ch. 5. Ignition and propagation -- ch. 6. Sensitivity -- ch. 7. Heat compositions : ignition mixes, delays, thermites, and propellants -- ch. 8. Color and light production -- ch. 9. Smoke and sound.

Summary: "Chemistry of Pyrotechnics: Second Edition is simply the most definitive reference in this field. Author J.A. Conkling covers the requisite background in chemistry, thermodynamics, and light emission; introduces oxidizing agents, fuels, binders, and retardants; and then explores virtually every aspect of formulating pyrotechnics. Topics include the requirements for and preparation of high-energy mixtures, ignition and propagation, heat and delay compositions, and color and light production, including sparks, flitter, and glitter"-- Provided by publisher.

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"Chemistry of Pyrotechnics: Second Edition is simply the most definitive reference in this field. Author J.A. Conkling covers the requisite background in chemistry, thermodynamics, and light emission; introduces oxidizing agents, fuels, binders, and retardants; and then explores virtually every aspect of formulating pyrotechnics. Topics include the requirements for and preparation of high-energy mixtures, ignition and propagation, heat and delay compositions, and color and light production, including sparks, flitter, and glitter"-- Provided by publisher.