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Ignition of alpha-cellulose and cotton fabric by flame radiation

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Spectral emission characteristics of radiation affect the ignition behavior of flammable materials subjected to the same incident irradiance levels from different irradiating sources. Experimental flame radiation results were obtained in an ignition cabinet utilizing sheets of flames as the irradiating source.

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    J. R. Welker, H. R. Wesson & C. M. Sliepcevich

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Welker, J.R., Wesson, H.R. & Sliepcevich, C.M. Ignition of alpha-cellulose and cotton fabric by flame radiation. Fire Technol 5, 59–66 (1969). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02591614

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