Reaction of CH2 with O-Atoms: A Source for CO-Chemiluminescence
Abstract
The interactions of carbonaceous combustion species in rocket plumes with the atmosphere are thought to play an important role in the production of ultraviolet, visible, and infrared radiation signatures at high altitudes. A detailed understanding of the pertinent chemical reactions that produce the electronically excited species, and of the competing quenching reactions that remove the internal energy in radiation-less processes is needed to accurately calculate plume spectral signatures and absolute radiances (in the short wavelength region), and their temporal/spatial evolution in the high atmosphere. To facilitate these efforts, we are currently carrying Out laboratory investigations to elucidate the reaction mechanism(s) in the oxidation of CH, CH2, C2H, and C2O with O-atoms and O2.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 13, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADA409989
Entities
People
- Ghanshyam L Vaghjiani