The thermite process is a handy way to generate molten iron in the field. It’s the reaction between aluminium metal and iron oxide, which results in aluminium oxide and metallic iron.

Ignite the propane torch using the mechanical self-lighter. Ignite the magnesium ribbon wick until it is white hot, then step quickly back. After the thermite burns, pick the soda can up with the ...

The FBI believes the suspect used a substance known as thermite, made from metal shavings and rust, in the devices put in the ballot boxes, agents said. "This is a very volatile mix that can burn ...

Thermite can cut cars in half but [TheBackyardScientist ... then judges their usability based on the post-ignition mass. His goal is to get the most metal from a single reaction.

PORTLAND, Ore. (KGW) — The suspect behind a string of ballot drop box arson incidents in Vancouver and Portland in October used thermite as part of the incendiary devices that they used to start ...

“We’re very worried this person may harm himself or others if he continues to experiment with thermite,” said W. Mike Herrington, the FBI special agent in charge in the Seattle office.

and Portland renewed requests for tips Thursday, saying they’re seeking someone who is knowledgeable about explosives or thermite, a mixture used in the attacks. Officials emphasized their ...

Thermite is composed of powdered aluminum and iron oxide (rust), ignited by a material like magnesium. It requires a ...

This little beauty can stick to surfaces before burning up to a toasty 2000°C. The G-123 Thermite grenade trades explosion power for the ability to burn and strip armor off of enemies and is ...