Shock-Excited Emission Spectrum of Tungsten Oxide,

Abstract

The spectrum of WO was studied as part of a continuing investigation of the shock-excited spectra of astrophysically important molecules. A 3-inch i.d. steel-copper shock tube was used to shock-excite tungstic anhydride powder to temperatures between 3800 and 4500K. The resulting extensive emission spectrum of WO was recorded photographically between 3400 A and 8900 A. 119 bands of WO were excited of which 99 were observed for the first time. A preliminary vibrational analysis has been made of the 'D' system and vibrational constants are given.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1981
Accession Number
ADP000267

Entities

People

  • J. B. Shin
  • M. W. P. Cann
  • R. W. Nicholls

Organizations

  • University of York

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Anhydrides
  • Emission
  • Emission Spectra
  • Molecules
  • Oxides
  • Shock Tubes
  • Spectra
  • Tubes
  • Tungsten
  • Tungsten Oxides

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Metallurgy
  • Spectroscopy.
  • Surface Engineering/Surface Coating Technology.

Technology Areas

  • Space