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In reply to the discussion: The Great Thermite Debate... [View all]Ace Acme
(1,464 posts)You also use complex serial codes and handshaking protocols.
I told you why the demolition industry eschews radio controls--because they're expensive. Also, it's very likely that their insurers are using very conservative spec books that were written 30 years ago.
I've already answered these questions.
There's no need for a wired system when the charges are under wireless control.
Who cares if there's a premature detonation or two? On a fire floor there aren't going to be any witnesses.
Why do you think fire is going to cause premature detonation or ignition? Many explosives are immune to fire, and fireproof packaging could be devised for both thermite and explosive charges. Also, explosive or thermitic materials sprayed INSIDE the hollow core columns would be protected from fire.
You time the burn rates of precision thermitic charges by empirical experimentation. They're not "fantasy". Jonathan Cole has built such charges. With two pounds of thermite he can cut a substantial girder making vertical cuts.
The demo industry is highly motivated to maintain the barrier to entry in the industry. Thus they would prefer to use explosives and restrict the club to those licensed to use them.
Altitude in aircraft is controlled through use of the elevator planes, I believe. Attitude is complex and depends on elevators, rudder, wing flaps, and other factors.
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