Knowledge Management Applied to Pyrotechnic Science.

摘要

Pyrotechnic manufacture has often been dubbed a “black art” by those from outside the industry. The issues lie not only with the plethora of formulations required to achieve the various pyrotechnic effects but also in the preparation of the mixes and the installation of the materials into stores and devices of various types. Consideration must be given to the chemistry in the mixture, the morphology of the powders involved in the formulation and the engineering required both to install the device and to protect it from environmental effects. Therefore the training and development of early career staff in the science of pyrotechnics presents a significant challenge as there is both explicit and tacit knowledge to impart to the would be student. This paper discusses some of the principles, tools and techniques that can be used to facilitate this process.