My interpretation is that the ignited iron wool flashed when entering the 100% oxygen atmosphere above the LOX. Some burned and some melted. The melted bits are the left over lumps. I propose that we get PlasmaGryphon to design a series of experiments and have Destin Sandlin film them in super slow motion.
Anyone else remember Glassphalt? Recycled glass used along with rock in Tarmac. As the roadway wore down, the glass became exposed and polished. Literally like driving on glass. Then there was the glare.
The original "Remodel Your Home in a Week" show's first house was nearby. After a drink or two, the non-disclosure wore off and tales of $50,000 hush money and bathrooms with fixtures glued onto tiles came out.
Owning a car with collision avoidance, Let me assure you that this sort of scenario will never occur. It slams on the brakes far earlier and more often than needed.
Hot Dog Hell
Beer for a Buck.