Episode 2 of 3
Gauze Performance
- When
- 1816-01
- Where
- Hebburn mine
The lamp's gauze absorbed fire damp, allowing effective illumination during the trial.
During testing in the Hebburn mine, the gauze protecting the naked flames absorbed the fire damp. This allowed the lamps to shine more effectively, demonstrating the design's potential for safety and visibility.
Sources
- Hebburn Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-19
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