Chemistry of pyrotechnics : basic principles and theory / John A. Conkling, Chris Mocella

By:

Conkling, John A

Contributor(s):

Mocella, Chris

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Boca Raton, FL : CRC Press, c2011Edition: 2nd edDescription: xii, 225 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 25 cmISBN:

9781574447408 (hardback)

Subject(s):

Fireworks

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"--$cProvided by publisher

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Item type	Current library	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Open Shelf	UMPLIB GAMBANG	TP300 .C66 2011 (Browse shelf(Opens below))	1	Available		0000057584

Includes bibliographical references and index

"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"--$cProvided by publisher