Rain cannot extinguish it! The torches of the Hangzhou Asian Games are all made of black technology, and the wind cannot be extinguished

The torch is one of the important symbols of the Asian Games

It not only carries the function of transmitting the holy flame, but also

More importantly, it conveys the characteristics of the city

National ritual vessels that embody the spirit of the Asian Games

September 4th afternoon

The torch delivery ceremony for the Hangzhou Asian Games was held in Ningbo

More than 2000 "firewood" torches have successfully completed donation handover

Formally delivered to Hangzhou Asian Organizing Committee

This is also the torch "firewood" of the Hangzhou Asian Games

First physical appearance

A torch extension material delivery ceremony was also held on site

Extended supplies include firearms, fire rods

Spark box, ignition rod, ignition lamp

Spark light box, torch bracket, etc

The torch "firewood fire" can withstand 11 strong winds and rainstorm

It can be said that "the wind cannot extinguish, the rain cannot extinguish"

What black technologies does it have?

The creative design of "firewood"

Firstly, the design——

For the first time, "Yanhuo" adopts a "square barrel body", with a shape that "grows" from bottom to top. The design inspiration for the square torch crown comes from the jade cong in Liangzhu culture, while the circular torch body evolved from the spiral pattern of Liangzhu.

In terms of color, the upper part of the torch is made of Dan Gui gold, gradually changing from the waistline to the Asian Games theme color of "Rainbow Rhyme Purple". Juji has eight water veins as the veins of civilization, representing the eight major water systems in Zhejiang; The body of the torch is evolved from the spiral pattern of Liangzhu, resembling fingerprints, naturally interwoven, exquisite and delicate; The torch crown is characterized by the meaning of jade cong, blending square and circle, standing proudly. The design of the fire outlet originates from the earliest oracle bone script shape of "Cong", which symbolizes "light starts from the inner circle".

The bottom of the torch is also printed with seal script, taken from the seal script style of Xiling Seal Engraving Society. The overall contour curve of the torch is like holding firewood, emitting a sense of athlete strength and convergence from the outside to the inside amidst the movement and stillness.

Next is material technology——

"Huohuo" has an overall height of 730 millimeters and a net weight of 1200 grams. Supported by natural sacred flames and intelligent technology, it stands out in the torch design of previous large-scale competitions.

The raw materials are digitally uploaded through blockchain technology, and traceability mechanisms are utilized to ensure authenticity; The metal part is formed by spinning 1070 aluminum alloy, and the surface undergoes two quenching processes: laser engraving and anodizing; The grip is made of recyclable biomass material, which is environmentally friendly, lightweight, and easy to hold; The fuel uses biomass gas, which is clean, safe, and reliable.

Furthermore, it is the burning of "black technology"——

The first torch of the torch relay will be ignited from the spark collected in the torch lamp before, and the torchbearer selected in advance will start the torch relay. Finally, it will arrive at the main venue and ignite the torch tower on the day of the opening ceremony.

In order to ensure the solemnity of the torch and the purity of the torch relay, it is necessary to keep the torch burning continuously during the torch relay. Therefore, wind and rain prevention have always been an important indicator in the design of torches for previous Asian Games. As the key core of the torch, how does the burning of "firewood fire" carry the strong wind, rainstorm and various special circumstances?

In order to ensure that the torch will not go out in adverse weather conditions, "Huohuo" uses floating plate perforations at the top and a hidden air inlet inside. The design team also added "double safety" to the torch: the torch combustion system has two sets of internal and external fire outlets, and even if the external fire outlets are extinguished, the internal can still ensure the flame spraying state.

After the harsh environment passes, the external fire outlet can also automatically backfire.

It is with the support of these "black technologies" that "firewood" can achieve maximum firepower and strengthen wind and rain resistance, ensuring that the flame can continue to burn and the flame is clearly visible under wind speeds of 30m/s and rainfall of 48mm/h.

In previous torch relay events, the situation of the torch being extinguished has also occurred. Once the torch is extinguished, it cannot be ignited casually and must still be ignited with a sacred flame. Therefore, the spark of the holy flame should be properly protected, with specialized ignition lamps or ignition boxes, as well as spare ignition sources, just in case.

"The light transmission relay has been tested over 3000 times, including in high mountains, by the sea, and during typhoons. We have conducted relay tests," Yu Yu said. From the sandblasting process used on the surface of the torch to the dimensional accuracy of component bonding, we have undergone dozens of tests throughout the entire design and manufacturing process. In the technical testing stage, we have also conducted three fire testing stages to test the airtightness of all connections, ensuring that each torch achieves reliable quality and excellent combustion performance for the Asian Games.

September 8th

The torch relay of the Hangzhou Asian Games will be launched in Hangzhou

By September 20th, it will be transmitted in cities throughout Zhejiang Province

The entire process was completed by 2022 torchbearers

The youngest is 14 years old, and the oldest is 84 years old

How far does the torchbearer need to run? How fast do you run?

So how far should each torchbearer run? How fast do you run?

It is understood that according to tradition, torchbearers are required to hold the torch and run a distance of about 200 meters. There should also be accompanying runners next to the torchbearer, and if necessary, it is even allowed to carry auxiliary dogs for transmission.

There are generally no strict requirements for the running speed of torchbearers, as long as they complete the torch relay within the specified time. Torchbearers can match their own pace to complete the relay. In order to experience the torch relay process for a while longer, torchbearers often reduce their speed, so they will run for more than a minute at a distance of one or two hundred meters.

In the torch relay, the spiritual demeanor of the torchbearer naturally attracts attention, and the support team behind it is also worth remembering. Not only are there multiple accompanying runners, torchbearers, and torch safety officers, but behind the scenes, there is also coordination and cooperation from various groups such as police, volunteers, and medical personnel. A successful torch relay often requires multiple rehearsals and simulations to ensure that everything is interconnected and flawless.

Looking forward to it!