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Posted: 5/27/2006 11:54:04 AM EDT
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Can anyone explain in detail the physics behind how a flash hider extinguishes the flame from the end of the muzzle? Thanks |
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I SUPPOSE it lets air ( read: Oxygen ) to the unburnt gases and allows them to burn completely while hiding the thus created flash from the rear and the side - so protecting night vision of the firer and his buddies nearby ( to the sides ). This is just a theory, I don´t know for sure! As they say: just my .02 ... H |
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I take it you are actually asking about flash suppressors. Flash hiders are just conical looking devices that extend past the muzzle to hide the fireball. I believe the slots in the f/s help to break up the gases that are being burned to lessen the fireball.(sending the gases in different directions) If I recall correctly, this is what the vortex does so well. If I'm wrong, I stand corrected. |
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