Abstract

This paper describes a model for CO₂ laser heating of fuel/air mixtures (contained within a reaction cell), intended for combustion kinetics research. The model identifies a previously unknown source for the hot spots which have hindered this technique. Results indicate that it is theoretically possible to create a uniformly heated field of quiescent gases, but it does not appear to be practical.

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Diode laser sensor for measurements of CO, CO₂, and CH₄ in combustion flows

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Time-resolved wavelength modulation spectroscopy measurements of HO₂ kinetics

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