WSEAS Transactions on Heat and Mass Transfer
Print ISSN: 1790-5044, E-ISSN: 2224-3461
Volume 9, 2014
Mathematical Models for the Prediction of Heat Flux from Fire Balls
Authors: , , , , ,
Abstract: The aim of this article is to summarize two mathematical models for the prediction of heat flux from Fire Ball in the context of the flammable substances safety aspects. The contribution deals with possible scenarios of accidents associated with transport and storage facilities. The study presents the results of determination of hazardous zone in the event of two various chemicals of release. For calculations, the BLEVE static model, BLEVE dynamic models included in the program EFFECTS 9.0.8. were used and results obtained were compared with the modified Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research model developed by authors and programmed in NetBeans 7.4 for this study. This model can make a contribution towards solving the problems facing the flammable alternative fuels. Scenarios modeled within this study represent a possible approach to the preliminary assessment of risk that should be verified by more detailed CFD modeling. These scenarios can also be used for a quick estimation of areas endangered by an incident or accident. The results of modeling of the hazardous zones contribute to a reduction in risk of major accidents associated with these potential alternative energy sources and with the environmental safety.
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Pages: 243-250
WSEAS Transactions on Heat and Mass Transfer, ISSN / E-ISSN: 1790-5044 / 2224-3461, Volume 9, 2014, Art. #21