LEADER 04170nam 2200637 a 450 001 9910809737303321 005 20240313211214.0 010 $a1-84755-203-X 035 $a(CKB)2530000000001294 035 $a(EBL)1185350 035 $a(SSID)ssj0000379256 035 $a(PQKBManifestationID)11937958 035 $a(PQKBTitleCode)TC0000379256 035 $a(PQKBWorkID)10357615 035 $a(PQKB)11123447 035 $a(MiAaPQ)EBC1185350 035 $a(Au-PeEL)EBL1185350 035 $a(CaPaEBR)ebr10621266 035 $a(OCoLC)506327381 035 $a(PPN)198477856 035 $a(MiAaPQ)EBC7423373 035 $a(Au-PeEL)EBL7423373 035 $a(EXLCZ)992530000000001294 100 $a20121128d2000 uy 0 101 0 $aeng 135 $aur|n|---||||| 181 $ctxt 182 $cc 183 $acr 200 14$aThe chemistry of fireworks /$fMichael S. Russell 205 $a1st ed. 210 $aCambridge $cRoyal Society of Chemistry$d2000 215 $a1 online resource (136 p.) 225 1 $aISSN 225 0$aRSC paperbacks 300 $aDescription based upon print version of record. 311 $a0-85404-598-8 320 $aIncludes bibliographical references and index. 327 $aCONTENTS; Glossary; Chapter 1; Historical Introduction; Early Incendiary Devices; Development of Black Powder; Application of Black Powder to Fireworks; Further Uses of Black Powder; Chapter 2; The Characteristics of Black Powder; 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; Chapter 3; Rockets; Propellant; Internal Ballistics 327 $aExternal BallisticsRocket Design and Manufacture; Recent Developments; Chapter 4; Mines and Shells; Calibres; Construction of Shells; Internal Ballistics; External Ballistics; Mortar Tubes; Energy Transfer Efficiency; Mines; Chapter 5; Fountains; Compositions; Atomic Theory; Quantum Theory; The Colour of Sparks; The Brightness of Sparks; Particle Combustion; Chapter 6; Sparklers; Wire Sparklers; Tubed Sparklers; Chapter 7; Bangers; Method of Construction; Volume of Evolved Gases; Theoretical Maximum Gas Pressure; Airblast and Sound; Chapter 8; Roman Candles; Method of Construction 327 $aEmission of Radiation by StarsChemistry of the Green Star; Ionisation in Flames; Chemistry of the Red Star; Chapter 9; Gerbs and Wheels; Gerbs; Method of Construction; Wheels; Method of Construction; Chapter 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; Chapter 11; Fireworks Safety; Radio Hazard; Public Safety; Organised Displays; Chapter 12; Fireworks Legislation; The Explosives Acts; The Health and Safety Commission; The Health and Safety Executive 327 $aBritish Standard for FireworksUK List of ClassiŽed and Authorised Explosives; Recent Legislation; Bibliography; Subject Index 330 $aFor centuries, fireworks have been a source of delight and amazement in cultures around the world. But what produces their dazzling array of effects? This book takes you behind the scenes to explore the chemistry and physics behind the art of pyrotechnics.Topics covered include history and characteristics of gunpowder; principles behind each of the most popular firework types: rockets, shells, fountains, sparklers, bangers, roman candles and wheels; special effects, including sound effects, coloured smokes and electrical firing; firework safety for private use and displays; and firework legisl 410 0$aRSC Paperbacks 606 $aFireworks 615 0$aFireworks. 676 $a662.1 676 $a662/.1 700 $aRussell$b Michael S$01623046 801 0$bMiAaPQ 801 1$bMiAaPQ 801 2$bMiAaPQ 906 $aBOOK 912 $a9910809737303321 996 $aThe chemistry of fireworks$93957226 997 $aUNINA