Recent content by McGuire Made

I was talking with a friend and my concept may not be practical or possible. This is what he had to say: Cellulose type items, wood, paper, plant material, all will combust at the well-known temperature of 451F (hence the movie with that title). However, it depends on several factors. First...

I'm trying to figure out the best approach of creating an electric fire starting stick that we plan to use for prescribed prairie burns in Iowa. The drip torches we currently use are fuel based, and we are trying to move away from this if possible. I need help determining how to configure a...

Good morning. I'm excited to be a part of the Physics Forum. I'm a tinker from Iowa. My imagination and project goals usually surpass my skill level so it's always nice to have a group of like-minded people to help turn more ideas into working prototypes. Couple fun facts about me. I drive a...