Combustion Mechanisms

• Detonation--Propagation Mechanisms:

  • Shock Wave Travels through Cold Gas
  • Shock Temperature Rise Heats Gas
  • Heated Gases Start to Burn
  • Velocity = f(Shock Velocity)
  • Large Pressure Across Shock
  • Combustion Decreases Pressure Slightly

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