25 MILLION CANDLE CAST FLARE, DIAMETER AND BINDER STUDY. VOLUME 1
Abstract
The feasibility of making an illuminating candle which produces a luminous intensity of 25 million candles is demonstrated. The goal is achieved by igniting all surfaces of a star shaped cavity which is formed through the center of the candle. The relationship between candle diameter and the ability of that candle to generate light efficiently is reported. Silicone, epoxy- polyglycol, polyester, polysulfide, epoxy-polyester, sodium perchlorate-methyl methacrylate, and various combinations of these binders are described as they are used to make candles for the diameter study, the binder study, and the 25 million candle flare. Flame orientation and flame size effects are described. Contrary to common opinion, it is shown that a small flame size rather than a large flame from a given candle diameter is associated with candles which produce light with high efficiency. The binder is shown to be a major factor in the generation of various flame sizes and thus strongly influences the candle efficiency.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1968
- Accession Number
- AD0665301
Entities
People
- Bernard E. Douda