Results of each test may be different depending on the pressure, oxygen and size of the droplet. The Droplet Combustion Experiment is studying these scenarios. The experiment is also interested in determining the complex chemical processes which occur when the flames are extinguished. Undercooling is when a liquid remains fluid when cooled below its freezing point. During the experiment an electromagnetic pulse is used to squeeze, then release the sample being levitated in the facility.
Researchers then gather data on the oscillations, or changes in the sample's shape.
We are using a new technique which is allowing us to measure the viscosity of these samples for the first time, measurements which can't be obtained on Earth. This information may be used to improve materials processing techniques on Earth and in turn products manufactured from these processes. The study is providing us with fundamental measurements for modeling industrial materials systems. Ahead, Linteris will continue to conduct the Droplet Combustion Experiment and the fifth run of the diffusion of molten semiconductors experiment will be initiated in the Large Isothermal Furnace. The next scheduled Public Affairs status report will be issued at approximately 6 p.m., July 10.