Oxalate Ester Chemiluminescence, Improved Low Temperature Formulations.

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Abstract:

The objective of the program was to develop and test new chemiluminescent formulations which were usable at lower temperatures than the systems currently in use. The visibility requirements included a minimum visual range of 10 meters for 30 minutes at -25 degrees F or lower. The oxalate ester-hydrogen peroxide chemiluminescent system was used. A series of new formulations were developed which offer reduced temperature sensitivity in a variety of colors. The formulations were tested at Ft. Greely, Alaska, where the program objectives were met and exceeded.

Author(s):
Johnson, J. H. ; Richter, H. P. ; Knight, D. J. ; Henry, R. A.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL WEAPONS CENTER CHINA LAKE CA
Descriptive Note:
Final technical rept. Jul 83-Sep 84,
Pagination:
0036

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NWC-TP-6590, SBI-AD-E900 470
Monitor Series:
AD-E900 470
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.3.3_Develop Strategy; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_6_Net Centric
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*LIGHT SOURCES, *MARKER LIGHTS, *OXALATES, *CHEMILUMINESCENCE, LOW TEMPERATURE, MINEFIELDS, MINE CLEARANCE, NIGHT, LAND MINES, FORMULATIONS(CHEMISTRY)
Field(s)/Group(s):
Organic Chemistry, Radiation and Nuclear Chemistry
Keyword(s):
Light sticks, CLAMS(Cleared lane marking system)
Report Date:
1985 May 01