Suddenly, there's a flash of intense light and heat, followed by a rapidly expanding fireball. Combustion of high explosives is everywhere in popular culture, and it's also critical for ensuring the ...

Explosions of reactive gases and the associated rapid, uncontrolled release of large amounts of energy pose threats of immense destructive power to mining operations, fuel storage facilities, chemical ...

Researchers have theoretically linked ignition and deflagration in a combustion system, unlocking new configurations for stable, efficient combustion engines due to the possible existence of any ...

As energy storage systems continue to grow in scale, discussions around safety are becoming increasingly pragmatic. Rather than simply asking whether a system is certified, customers are now raising a ...

Hydrogen explosion test was conducted in enclosure. Here, enclosure is comprised of reinforced concrete and almost sealed. Hydrogen supplied into enclosure was 20%. This series of photo shows ...

From a new web series called "Smarter Every Day". Using a Saiga 12, they demonstrate the difference between a detonation and a deflagration.