The Hertz-Knudsen analysis is shown to accurately predict the sublimation rate from a charring ablator. Porosity is shown to have a significant effect on the surface temperature. The predominant carbon species found in the vapor is C3, which agrees well with the results of previous investigations.


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    Title :

    Modeling sublimation of a charring ablator


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    Publication date :

    1973-12-01


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    Miscellaneous


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    Language :

    English




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