Pyrotechnics, the Fire Art—from the Greek words pyr (fire) and techne (an art)—is one of three closely related technologies: those of explosives, propellants, and pyrotechnics proper. These three not only have a common physicochemical root, but their functions and purposes overlap.

A pyrotechnic process differs from ordinary combustion by not (or at least not predominantly and essentially) requiring the presence of the ambient air.

A pyrotechnic process is not normally intended to result in the production of useful chemicals. It is specifically devised for the utilization of the evolved heat or— expressed in terms of thermodynamics—by the energy the chemical system loses. This energy becomes a useful agent in a number of ways.

Following topics are incorporated in this book:

• General Outline
• Primary Flame and Glow
• Light
• Aerosols (Smoke and Dispersed Agents)
• Kinetic Energy
• Noise
• Heat Production per Se
• Chemical Production
• Basic Behavior and Properties Of Materials
• Specific Materials
• A Formulary of Pyrotechnics
• The Language of Pyrotechnics
• Aftermath; Afterthoughts

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