Submicrosecond High-Intensity Light Source

Abstract

A short duration (1 or 2×10−8 second) high-intensity explosive light source, that may be used in the laboratory, has been proved experimentally. The charge, weighing 4.8 grams, yields a luminosity estimated in the neighborhood of 8×107 lumens. Pictures of high-speed shocks in air, transparent solids, and metal jets have been taken using this lighting system.

Study on Surface Initiation of Explosives

“…In 7 the xisual kinetic scheme for the decomposition of lead azide, it is assumed that the primary (endothermic) step is N 3 + h#--oN 3 + e ;…”