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Gaasidetonaadidel refers to detonation phenomena in gaseous mixtures, studied in physics, chemistry and engineering. In gas detonations, a shock wave compresses a reactive gas, triggering a rapid chain of chemical reactions that sustains a self-propagating detonation front. This front moves through the gas at supersonic speeds and produces high pressures and temperatures, distinct from slower deflagration processes.

The concept rests on fundamental theories of detonation, such as the Chapman–Jouguet (CJ) framework and the Zel’dovich–von Neumann–Döring (ZND) model. In a detonation, the chemical energy release follows a shock front, creating a narrow reaction zone behind the front. The detonation velocity, often on the order of one to several kilometers per second depending on the gas mixture, is a key characteristic and is used to classify and compare different systems.

Experimental and theoretical study of gaasidetonaadidel employs shock tubes, detonation tubes and high-speed optical diagnostics to observe wave structure, reaction zones and stability. Numerical simulations complement laboratory work, helping to explore transitions between deflagration and detonation and the influence of factors such as mixture composition, pressure and confinement.

Applications and safety considerations include the design of pulse detonation engines, safety assessments for industrial gas mixtures, and fundamental research into reactive flow. Understanding gas detonations informs both propulsion concepts and hazard mitigation, while maintaining strict controls to prevent accidental detonations.

See also: detonation, deflagration, shock wave, CJ theory, ZND model, pulse detonation engine.