
What caused the mysterious flash of light during 9/11 plane strikes?
Mar 13, 2006 · The discussion centers on the mysterious flash of light observed during the 9/11 plane strikes on the World Trade Center. Some participants speculate that the flash could be …
Unexplained bright flash of light inside house - Physics Forums
Dec 31, 2022 · The first flash was so bright it immediately woke me up. I thought somebody just shined a bright flash light in my face from inches away. The second flash 5 seconds later, I …
How to calculate flash point of mixture? • Physics Forums
Jun 7, 2012 · To achieve a target flash point of around 70ºF for a mixture of isopropyl alcohol and aliphatic hydrocarbons, a precise calculation based on thermodynamics is necessary. Adding …
Jet Fuel, JP-5, JP-8 & DFM: Properties, Chemical Composition ...
Aug 12, 2006 · The discussion focuses on the properties and chemical compositions of various jet fuels, specifically JP-5, JP-8, and JP-10, highlighting their hydrocarbon mixtures and energy …
Strange white flash in a dark room - II - Physics Forums
Sep 23, 2010 · The flash is just as bright as sunlight at daytime. The room (kitchen) is in the second floor and is in connection to the living room. The room has a new kitchen now, but …
How Does a Grenade's Shockwave Cause Fatal Injuries?
Oct 6, 2008 · A grenade's shockwave can cause fatal injuries by delivering a high-speed blast of compressed air that damages the body similarly to a vehicle collision, despite having less …
Strange white flash in dark room. - Physics Forums
Jul 8, 2009 · A couple experienced a brief flash of white light while lying in bed, prompting speculation about its origin. They ruled out common explanations like static electricity or …
Optimizing Camera Flash Performance: The Role of RC Circuits
Jan 29, 2015 · The discussion focuses on optimizing camera flash performance through the analysis of a circuit involving a light bulb and a charged capacitor. The governing differential …
Why N-Butane & Isobutane Have Different Autoignition & Flash …
Aug 22, 2012 · The discussion centers on the differing thermal properties of n-butane and isobutane, specifically their autoignition temperatures and flash points. N-butane has a lower …
Thermo: Principles behind temperature drop across a valve
Jul 10, 2016 · The discussion focuses on the principles behind the temperature drop across a valve when a high-temperature liquid transitions to steam due to a pressure drop. It is …