Article
Engineering, Environmental
I Bradley, G. E. Scarponi, F. Otremba, A. M. Birk
Summary: This paper discusses the fire risks of storage and transportation vessels of hazardous materials, highlighting the lack of internationally accepted test procedures that meet regulatory requirements, and proposes recommendations based on large-scale testing.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2021)
Article
Thermodynamics
Mi Zhou, Shuhao Ma, Naiqiang Zhang
Summary: The experimental study is based on the LPG explosion accident near Wenling, China in June 2020. Various measurement methods were used to capture different parameters, and the results showed that the size of damage is a crucial factor in determining the outcome of gas-releasing processes. Optical measurement revealed the distribution of released gas and demonstrated the higher explosion potential of blowdown depressurization compared to continuous discharging. The study also confirmed the rapid temperature drop caused by LPG-releasing, leading to the embrittlement of structural materials and enlargement of the damage size of the LPG tank.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhi Wang, Yi Liu, Shuya Hou, Yingnan Zhang, Bin Zhang
Summary: Accurate estimation of the maximum kinetic energy and trajectory of fragments is crucial in mitigating the hazards of explosions. A tanker truck carrying LPG exploded in China, providing an opportunity to study the 'rocket' BLEVE process and evaluate potential trajectory models. Using image analysis and 3D modeling, a precise trajectory of the fragment was reconstructed, with results fitting well with the predicted models.
JOURNAL OF LOSS PREVENTION IN THE PROCESS INDUSTRIES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Shan Lyu, Shuhao Zhang, Xiaomei Huang, Shini Peng, Jun Li
Summary: This study analyzed and simulated the LPG accident that occurred in Wenling, Zhejiang Province, China on June 13, 2020. The accident resulted in significant casualties and property losses, with simulations showing discrepancies in predictions compared to actual outcomes under specific conditions.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yongyu Zheng, Peng Yang, Yingwen Liu, Qi Yang, Chunjie Yan, Xiaojun Wang
Summary: This study used the lumped vapor model to simulate the self-pressurization and thermodynamic venting process in a cryogenic liquid hydrogen tank under microgravity, optimizing the parameters of the spray bar to improve system efficiency. Results showed that the length and number of nozzles played a key role in the daily evaporation rate and cooling capacity utilization efficiency, while the inner tube diameter of the heat exchanger had minimal impact. Smaller nozzle length, lower exhaust rate, and fewer nozzles can reduce daily evaporation rate and enhance cooling capacity utilization efficiency.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yang Wang, Jingde Li, Hong Hao
Summary: This study proposes a simple and accurate method for predicting the pressure of Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosions (BLEVE) and generates empirical formulas and charts for its application in structural analysis and design against BLEVE loads. The performance of these formulas and charts are evaluated and proven to provide more accurate predictions compared to commonly used empirical methods.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Giordano Emrys Scarponi, Gabriele Landucci, Albrecht Michael Birk, Valerio Cozzani
Summary: Accurate and robust models for predicting pressurized tanks' behavior under fire exposure are essential for enhancing fire protection system design. A CFD modeling approach validated against full engulfing pool fire tests was used to simulate partial engulfment conditions, showing good agreement with experimental measurements. The results obtained are valuable for supporting risk management, emergency response planning, and improving fire protection system design.
PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Hui Huang, Renmei Zhou, He Wen, Zhixiang Xu, Shengmei Zhang, Weixue Wang, Daniel Krosky, Robyn Miller
Summary: Cardiolipin (CL), as a unique phospholipid in mitochondria, plays critical roles in membrane structure, respiration, dynamics, fragmentation, and mitophagy. ALCAT1 enzyme converts CL by incorporating polyunsaturated fatty acids, and its overexpression is associated with pathological cardiolipin remodeling and mitochondrial bioenergetics. A robust assay is needed to identify small molecule ALCAT1 inhibitors, and the scintillation proximity assay (SPA) is chosen for its rapid and sensitive measurement capability. Biotinylated lysophosphatidyl glycerol (LPG) is synthesized as a chemical biology tool in developing SPA.
BIOORGANIC & MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hanadi A. Almukhlifi, Syed Khasim, Apsar Pasha
Summary: This study presents a novel method for fabricating a highly sensitive and flexible gas sensor material, which exhibits excellent performance for detecting liquefied petroleum gas at room temperature. The composite sensor treated with H2SO4 shows stable sensitivity and short response/recovery time, making it ideal for flexible gas sensing applications.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Le Zhang, Xin Huang, Jiayuan He, Xueqi Cen, Yongge Liu
Summary: The study introduces an improved surrogate model assisted particle swarm optimization algorithm and demonstrates its effectiveness through experiments optimizing key operation parameters of a gas hydrate reservoir. The new method efficiently enhances the accuracy of the surrogate model and accelerates the optimization process in a short period of time.
Article
Thermodynamics
Mingyi Chen, Haihang Li, Pan Li, Dongxu Ouyang, Jingwen Weng, Jian Wang, Hong Liu
Summary: This study investigated the detailed properties of 1,1-difluoroethane in BLEVE incidents in the fluorine chemical industry using computational fluid dynamics. The analysis focused on predicting fireball hazards and modifying empirical equations based on simulation results. The study concluded that the simulation method is accurate for evaluating BLEVE scenarios and their impact on chemical facilities.
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Jingde Li, Hong Hao, Wensu Chen, Ruishan Cheng
Summary: Nowadays, the construction of road tunnels is increasing due to population growth and rapid economic development. However, there are also more and more Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion (BLEVE) accidents, some of which happen inside tunnels. The effect of BLEVE on tunnel structures has been rarely investigated, which may lead to tunnel structural failure. In this study, an energy-based analytical method and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation are used to predict BLEVE pressure more accurately, providing meaningful guidelines for tunnel engineers.
TUNNELLING AND UNDERGROUND SPACE TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Thiago Fernandes Barbosa, Luis Reis, Jorge Raposo, Tiago Rodrigues, Domingos Xavier Viegas
Summary: This study evaluates the pressure relief device (PRD), cylinder type, and the effects of jet fires and BLEVEs. Through fire tests and hydrostatic tests on LPG cylinders made of steel and composite materials, the importance of PRD and proper cylinder selection and location in avoiding major accidents is revealed. The study also describes jet fires, fireball radiation, and the maximum distance reached by cylinder fragments. Recommendations to prevent accidents are provided.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF WILDLAND FIRE
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Shuxia Li, Shuyue Ding, Didi Wu, Xiaopu Wang, Yongmao Hao, Qingping Li, Weixin Pang
Summary: The study analyzed the evolution of stratum subsidence during offshore hydrate production, finding that initially subsidence is influenced by hydrate dissociation and increased effective stress, with the most severe subsidence occurring near the wellbore in the upper part of the HBS. As production continued, the rate of stratum subsidence slowed down.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Eda Sisman, Simge Cankaya, Ertan Kececi, Masoud Teymourfamianasl, Zeynep Uyan Ucar, Betuel Bulut, Beyhan Pekey
Summary: The objective of this study is to analyze the environmental impact of storing and filling LPG with sulfur-containing and sulfur-free odorants. The life cycle assessment was conducted according to ISO 14040 and 14044 Standards, and the environmental impact was evaluated in eleven different categories. The results showed that overseas transportation had the highest impact, and Greenodor had a lower environmental impact compared to ethyl mercaptan.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Thermodynamics
Xiaojun Xiong, Wensheng Lin, Anzhong Gu
Article
Thermodynamics
Xiaojun Xiong, Wensheng Lin, Rong Jia, Yang Song, Anzhong Gu
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING DATA
(2015)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Xiaojun Xiong, Wensheng Lin, Anzhong Gu
JOURNAL OF NATURAL GAS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2016)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingxuan Xu, Wensheng Lin
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wensheng Lin, Meibin Huang, Anzhong Gu
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2017)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wensheng Lin, Jingxuan Xu, Lin Zhang, Anzhong Gu
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2017)
Article
Thermodynamics
Wensheng Lin, Xiaojun Xiong, Anzhong Gu
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Wensheng Lin, Xiaojun Xiong, Marco Spitoni, Anzhong Gu
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2018)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Wensheng Lin, Jingxuan Xu, Ting Gao, Anzhong Gu
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wensheng Lin, Minfei Hu, Anzhong Gu
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingxuan Xu, Wensheng Lin, Shilong Xu
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2018)
Article
Thermodynamics
Wensheng Lin, Lin Zhang, Anzhong Gu
Article
Thermodynamics
Minfei Hu, Wensheng Lin, Anzhong Gu, Jinlai Li
FLUID PHASE EQUILIBRIA
(2014)
Proceedings Paper
Thermodynamics
W. Lin, R. Jia, A. Gu, X. Lu
11TH IIR GUSTAV LORENTZEN CONFERENCE ON NATURAL REFRIGERANTS (2014): NATURAL REFRIGERANTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2014)
Proceedings Paper
Thermodynamics
R. Jia, Y. Song, W. Lin
11TH IIR GUSTAV LORENTZEN CONFERENCE ON NATURAL REFRIGERANTS (2014): NATURAL REFRIGERANTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
(2014)
Article
Thermodynamics
Cong Li, Jiali Wang, Chenhui Wang, Yanke Jin, Yina Yao, Rui Yang
Summary: This study investigates the impact of NaCl water droplets with various concentrations on a heated surface. The results show that the impact patterns can be categorized into different types, and models are established to predict the spreading behavior of droplets with different concentrations. Additionally, high concentration droplets exhibit more violent boiling and have lower residual energy and rebound time.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
C. Barrera, V. Castro, F. Escudero, J. J. Cruz, I. Verdugo, J. Yon, A. Fuentes
Summary: This study focuses on the characterization of soot maturity and sooting propensity of anisole fuel in a controlled laminar coflow diffusion flame. The results show that the spatial distribution of soot volume fraction is enhanced near the flame centerline, while soot production is promoted near the flame wings. The temperature increase also affects the maturity of soot particles.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Roman W. Morse, Jason Chan, Tiago A. Moreira, Jared J. Valois, Evan T. Hurlburt, Jean-Marie Le Corre, Arganthael Berson, Kristofer M. Dressler, Gregory F. Nellis
Summary: This study investigates the dryout of liquid film and the role of disturbance wave frequency. Experimental results indicate that the heat transfer coefficient associated with optimal boiling conditions is maximized when the surface is dry 5% of the time, independent of pulse amplitude and frequency. Liquid-film measurements, dryout statistics, and direct observation suggest that disturbance-wave frequency can be manipulated by density-wave oscillations in the flow field.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
E. J. Vega, J. M. Montanero
Summary: In this study, we experimentally investigated the bursting of a bubble covered with a surfactant. We found that the bubble bursting time is longer compared to a surfactant-free bubble due to interfacial elasticity. Furthermore, the Marangoni stress drives liquid flow that allows the jet to escape from the end-pinching mechanism within a certain surfactant concentration range.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Guofu Sun, Yi Zhan, Tomio Okawa, Mitsuhiro Aoyagi, Akihiro Uchibori, Yasushi Okano
Summary: Experiments were conducted on liquid jets ejected from oval nozzles to investigate the effects of nozzle orifice shape on jet behavior. The study found that the liquid jet exhibited different characteristics at different liquid flow rates. Correlations were established to predict the liquid jet state and characteristics of the secondary droplets produced during jet impact onto a solid surface. This research extended the available knowledge on liquid jet behavior.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Jeonghoon Lee, Laurent Zimmer, Takeshi Saito, Shinji Nakaya, Mitsuhiro Tsue
Summary: This study investigates the effects of spatial resolution on DMD amplitudes and spatial mode strengths, and proposes scaling factors to correct for the resolution differences. The results show that the proposed scaling factors successfully normalize the amplitudes and spatial modes, allowing for quantitative comparison of data obtained with different spatial resolutions. This study is significant for analyzing spatiotemporal data in various fields.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Yanli Zhao, Shibing Kuang, Xiaoliang Zhang, Mingjun Xu
Summary: This study experimentally investigates the dynamic process of water droplet impacting different wood surfaces and analyzes and discusses the impacting phenomena, phenomena distribution, droplet spreading dynamics, and maximum spread factor. The results show that the impacting process can be distinguished by Weber numbers and Reynolds numbers, and can be predicted by mathematical expressions.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Aakhash Sundaresan, Atul Srivastava, Callum Atkinson
Summary: This study presents the first-ever application of an advanced methodology, combining two-color laser-induced phosphorescence and particle image velocimetry, to investigate the heat transfer mechanisms on the surface of a cylinder placed inside a confined square duct. The technique allows for simultaneous measurement of velocity and temperature fields, reducing the complexity and costs associated with separately measuring temperature distributions. Experimental observations show that increasing the mass flow rate enhances heat removal from the cylinder surface, and increasing the cylinder heat input enhances heat transfer in the rear portion of the cylinder.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Harish K. Patel, Sukhjeet Arora, Rutuja Chavan, Bimlesh Kumar
Summary: This study experimentally analyzed the multiscale statistical assessment of scour depth surrounding spur dikes with downward seepage. The research found that seepage affects the morphological behavior and hydrodynamic characteristics of the channel bed, leading to changes in scour formation. The rate of scour depth changes initially increases with higher seepage velocity but eventually becomes constant over time.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Justas Sereika, Paulius Vilkinis, Gediminas Skarbalius, Algis Dziugys, Nerijus Pedisius
Summary: This study experimentally investigated the pulsatile flow structure based on a transitional-type cavity. It was found that the pulsation amplitude has a more significant effect on the dynamics of recirculation zone than the pulsation frequency. Pulsatile flow can reduce the size of the recirculation zone.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Merav Arogeti, Eran Sher, Tali Bar-Kohany
Summary: This study provides a detailed exploration of the events that occur when a droplet hits a dry solid surface of various small sizes, with a focus on the deposition, receding breakup, and prompt splash phases. By utilizing non-dimensional analysis and graphical representation, the boundaries between different events are defined, and criteria for differentiation based on target-to-drop ratio, Reynolds, and Webber numbers are presented.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Tianxiong Li, Fei Wen, Yingchun Wu, Botong Wen, Lei Wang, Jinxin Guo, Xuecheng Wu
Summary: This study investigates the structure of the flow field induced by a strut in a scramjet and its influence on flame stabilization. Experimental and numerical analyses reveal that the flow field exhibits features beneficial for flame stabilization, but the asymmetry of the flow poses a challenge to flame establishment.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Syed Ehtisham Gillani, Yasir M. Al-Abdeli
Summary: This study investigates the asymmetry in bluff-body stabilised annular jets and finds that swirl can significantly mitigate the asymmetry and restore the symmetry of the jets. Moreover, increasing the Reynolds number and the swirl intensity can both decrease the asymmetry of the jets.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Utsav Bhardwaj, Rabindra Kumar, Shyama Prasad Das
Summary: This study presents an experimental investigation on flooding phenomenon in a pulsating heat pipe (PHP) unit cell, and analyzes the impact of flooding on the performance of PHP. The study recognizes three different flooding mechanisms and finds that currently accepted correlations for predicting flooding velocity are inaccurate. The study emphasizes the need for further research on flooding in PHPs.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Thermodynamics
Yunpeng Xue, Yongling Zhao, Shuo-Jun Mei, Yuan Chao, Jan Carmeliet
Summary: This study investigates the impact of building morphology on local climate, air quality, and urban microclimate. The researchers conducted an experimental investigation in a large-scale water tunnel, analyzing heat and flow fields using Laser-induced Fluorescence (LIF) and Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV). The findings show that factors such as canyon configuration, buoyant force, and approaching flow magnitude significantly influence fluid flow in street canyons, and the morphology of the street canyon dominates ventilation rate and heat flux. For example, changing the aspect ratio of a street canyon can lead to a significant change in air ventilation rate, ranging from 0.02 to 1.5 under the same flow conditions.
EXPERIMENTAL THERMAL AND FLUID SCIENCE
(2024)