Chemistry of Pyrotechnics (3rd Ed.) Basic Principles and Theory, Third Edition
Auteurs : Mocella Chris, Conkling John A.
This book provides chemists with technical insight on pyrotechnics and explosives. It emphasizes basic chemical principles and practical, hands-on knowledge in the preparation of energetic materials. It examines the interactions between and adaptations of pyrotechnics to changing technology in areas such as obscuration science and low-signature flame emission. The updated third edition discusses chemical and pyrotechnic principles, components of high-energy materials, elements of ignition, propagation, and sensitivity. It offers heat compositions, including ignition mixes, delays, thermites, and propellants and investigates the production of smoke and sound as well as light and color.
Introduction. Basic Chemical Principles. Components of High-Energy Mixtures. Pyrotechnic Principles. Ignition and Propagation. Sensitivity. Heat Compositions. Color and Light Production. Smoke and Sound.
Dr. John A. Conkling received in bachelor’s of science degree from Washington College in Chestertown, MD in 1965 and his Ph.D. in chemistry from Johns Hopkins University in 1969. Dr. Conkling returned to Washington College as a chemistry professor and colleague of Dr. Joseph McLain, who at the time was studying energetic materials and pyrotechnics, which Dr. Conkling began to study for his career. As former executive director and technical director of the American Pyrotechnics Association, Dr. Conkling is widely regarded as one of the world’s foremost experts in pyrotechnics. Dr. Conkling conducted The Summer Pyrotechnic Seminar at Washington College for 29 years and is the original author of Chemistry of Pyrotechnics: Basic Principles and Theory in 1985. Dr. Conkling retired from Washington College in 2012 and was awarded the Alumni Service Award in 2013. Dr. Conkling currently splits his time between Chestertown and Texas to be with his family.
Chris Mocella received his bachelor’s of science degree in chemistry from Washington College in Chestertown, MD in 2001, having studied as a research associate under Dr. John Conkling. Chris continued to work with Dr. Conkling at his Summer Pyrotechnics Seminar series and assisted with the second edition of the Chemistry of Pyrotechnics text. Following graduate studies in chemistry at the University of Virginia, Chris took a position as a chemist with the U.S. federal government where he continues his career today. Chris lives with his wife and son near Annapolis, MD.
Date de parution : 12-2018
15.6x23.4 cm
Disponible chez l'éditeur (délai d'approvisionnement : 14 jours).
Prix indicatif 144,74 €
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Mots-clés :
Pyrotechnic Compositions; Energetic Materials; energetic mixtures; Potassium Chlorate; pyrotechnicians; Potassium Perchlorate; high-energy mixtures; Ammonium Perchlorate; propellants; Pyrotechnic Mixtures; fireworks; explosives; Black Powder; heat compositions; Fuel Oxidizer Ratio; pyrotechnics; Ignition Temperatures; low-signature flame emission; Flame Temperature; explosive technology; Burning Rate; chemical reactivity; Barium Nitrate; Flash Powders; Blasting Cap; Organic Fuels; Metallic Fuel; Moisture Content; Metal Fuels; Burning Rate Modifier; High Energy Materials; Strontium Nitrate; End Item; Flame Compositions; Smokeless Powder