This paper describes experimental observations of downward, opposed-flow flame spreading made under partial-gravity conditions aboard NASA research aircraft. Flame spreading and flammability limit behavior of a thin cellulosic fuel tested at normal pressure in oxygen/nitrogen mixtures of 21 percent oxygen, by volume, and below are described over effective acceleration levels ranging from 0.05 to 0.6 times normal earth gravity. Downward burning flammability and flame spread rates are shown to be enhanced by reductions in gravitational acceleration. These data have fire safety implications for the planning of lunar and Martian outposts.
Downward Diffusion Flame Spread and Extinction in Variable Gravitational Fields - Lunar and Martian Simulations
AIAA, Aerospace Sciences Meeting and Exhibit ; 1993 ; Reno, NV, United States
01.01.1993
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
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Englisch
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