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Experimental Methodology for Estimation of Local Heat Fluxes and Burning Rates in Steady Laminar Boundary Layer Diffusion Flames

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[Study on moxa sticks burning temperature-time-space curves].

Zong-Guo Hong¹, Feng Lü, Hai-Sheng Wei

¹College of Pharmacy, South-Central University for Nationalities, Wuhan 430074, China. woteyh@126.com

Zhongguo Zhen Jiu = Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion

|December 11, 2012

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This study details the burning characteristics of moxa sticks, revealing a peak temperature of 848°C and good combustion stability. The developed measuring device accurately captures real-time temperature data for quality control in moxa stick manufacturing.

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A Traditional Chinese Medicine Characteristic Therapy for Bronchial Asthma: Moxibustion

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Area of Science:

Traditional Chinese Medicine
Material Science
Thermal Engineering

Context:

Moxibustion, a therapy involving burning mugwort (Artemisia argyi), is integral to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Understanding the combustion properties of moxa sticks is crucial for ensuring therapeutic efficacy and safety.
Standardized quality control metrics for moxa stick production are currently lacking.

Purpose:

To characterize the burning behavior of moxa sticks using a novel temperature-measuring device.
To quantify peak burning temperature, combustion stability, and radial temperature distribution.
To establish a reliable method for assessing moxa stick quality.

Summary:

A self-designed device, integrating an ALTEC digital setter and SJ-600 thermocouple, was employed to measure moxa stick burning characteristics.
Experiments included measuring peak temperature (848°C for a three-year aged stick), assessing combustion stability, and mapping radial temperature gradients (center: 843°C, midpoint: 731°C, lateral: 410°C).
Temperature-time-space curves were generated, providing comprehensive data on burning dynamics.

Impact:

The developed measuring system offers a convenient and accurate method for evaluating moxa stick burning features.
Findings can inform the development of quality criteria for the moxa stick manufacturing industry.
This research contributes to standardizing moxa products for consistent therapeutic outcomes.