Understanding Explosions (A CCPS Concept Book) - Hardcover

Crowl, Daniel A.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 081690779X ISBN 13: 9780816907793

Publisher: Wiley-AIChE, 2003

Synopsis

There are many different types of explosions, each with its own complex mechanism. Understanding explosions is important in preventing them. This reference provides valuable information on explosions for everyone involved in the operation, design, maintenance, and management of chemical processes, helping enhance understanding of the nature of explosions and the practical methods required to prevent them from occurring.

The text includes:

• Fundamental basis for explosions
• Explosive and flammable behavior and characteristics of materials
• Different types of explosions
• Fire and explosion hazard recognition
• Practical methods for preventing explosions or minimizing the potential consequences
• Additional references

Understanding Explosions provides a practical understanding of explosion fundamentals, including the different types of explosions, the explosive and flammable behavior of materials, and the hazards related to fires and explosions. It also discusses practical methods to prevent and minimize the probability and consequence of an explosion during routine use of flammable, combustible and/or reactive materials.

About this title

About the Author

Daniel A. Crowl is the author of Understanding Explosions, published by Wiley.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley-AIChE
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 081690779X
• ISBN 13: 9780816907793
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 228