Diagnostics of Ignition Reactions

The ignition of hydrocarbon combustion is generally controlled by chemical processes: the buildup of reactive free radical species under relatively cool conditions, and the heating of the fuel and oxidant gases through exothermic reactions. Under sponsorship from the Gas Research Institute (GRI), SRI studied natural gas ignition chemistry through laser diagnostic measurements, kinetic studies, and flame modeling. Noteworthy are the laser detection methods for the CH, CH₂ and HCO radicals developed on this project.

Principal Investigators

David R. Crosley, E-mail: <drc@mplvax.sri.com>
Gregory P. Smith, E-mail: <smith@mplvax.sri.com>

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