The process of explosion venting to air in a cylindrical vent vessel connected to a duct, filling with a stoichiometric methane-oxygen gas mixture, was simulated numerically by using a colocated grid SIMPLE scheme bas...The process of explosion venting to air in a cylindrical vent vessel connected to a duct, filling with a stoichiometric methane-oxygen gas mixture, was simulated numerically by using a colocated grid SIMPLE scheme based on k-epsilon turbulent model and Eddy-dissipation combustion model. The characteristics of the combustible cloud, flame and pressure distribution in the external flow field during venting were analyzed in terms of the predicted results.The results show that the external explosion is generated due to violent turbulent combustion in the high pressure region within the external combustible cloud ignited by a jet flame. And the turbulence and vortex in the external flow field were also discussed in detail. After the jet flame penetrating into the external combustible cloud, the turbulent intensity is greater in the regions with greater average kinetic energy gradient, rather than in the flame front; and the vortex in the external flow field is generated primarily due to the baroclinic effect, which is greater in the regions where the pressure and density gradients are nearly perpendicular.展开更多
The internal and external flow fields during vented explosions of methane were characterized through numerical simulation,and the capability of numerical simulation thereof was validated by previous experimental data ...The internal and external flow fields during vented explosions of methane were characterized through numerical simulation,and the capability of numerical simulation thereof was validated by previous experimental data at three ignition positions.The venting mechanism was revealed by the simulated concentration distribution,temperature profile,and airflow velocity.The results show rear ignition results in the external methane mass distribution taking the form of"mushroom"and columnar flames in the external space,which can be expressed as a third-order polynomial relationship with distance;central ignition forms a relationship of the form y=AxB.Front ignition causes the temperature to show a tendency to repeated oscillations(rising,falling,and rising).Central ignition generates the maximum vented airflow velocity(V_(max)=320 m/s)upon vent opening.The results indicate that it is acceptable to apply numerical simulation of methane explosions in practice.展开更多
To research the characteristics of vented explosion of methane-air mixture in the pipeline,coal mine tunnel or other closed space,the experiments and numerical simulations were carried out.In this work,explosion chara...To research the characteristics of vented explosion of methane-air mixture in the pipeline,coal mine tunnel or other closed space,the experiments and numerical simulations were carried out.In this work,explosion characteristics and flame propagation characteristics of methane in pipeline and coal mine tunnel are studied by using an explosion test system,combined with FLACS software,under different vented conditions.The numerical simulation results of methane explosion are basically consistent with the physical experiment results,which indicates that the numerical simulation for methane explosion is reliable to be applied to the practice.The results show that explosion parameters(pressure,temperature and product concentration)of methane at five volume fractions have the same change trend.Nevertheless,the explosion intension of 10.0%methane is the largest and that of 9.5%methane is relatively weak,followed by 11.0%methane,8.0%methane and 7.0%methane respectively.Under different vented conditions,the pressure and temperature of methane explosion are the highest in the pipeline without a vent,followed by the pipeline where ignition or vent position is in each end,and those are the lowest in the pipeline with ignition and vent at the same end.There is no significant effect on final product concentration of methane explosion under three vented conditions.For coal mine tunnel,it is indicated that the maximum explosion pressure at the airproof wall in return airway with the branch roadway at 50 m from goaf is significantly decreased while that in intake airway does not change overwhelmingly.In addition,when the branch roadway is longer or its section is larger,the peak pressure of airproof wall reduces slightly.展开更多
Some characteristics of interior explosions within a cabin structure with a venting hole are investigated.It may simulate a warhead explosion inside a cabin following its penetration through the cabin wall.The study i...Some characteristics of interior explosions within a cabin structure with a venting hole are investigated.It may simulate a warhead explosion inside a cabin following its penetration through the cabin wall.The study includes both experimental and theoretical analyses of the problem.The experimental investigation comprises of two types of explosives at the center of the cabin.The pressure distributions at diferent locations on the cabin wall are obtained.The efect of internal shock reflection is analyzed by using the method of images(MOI).It is found that the geometric symmetries can cause the multiple reflected shocks to converge with strength comparable to the initial free shock.展开更多
Driven by the goals of carbon neutrality,electrochemical storage technologies play a vital role in supporting the integration of renewable energy and reducing dependency on fossil fuels.The Mn-based rechargeable batte...Driven by the goals of carbon neutrality,electrochemical storage technologies play a vital role in supporting the integration of renewable energy and reducing dependency on fossil fuels.The Mn-based rechargeable battery(MnRB)is gaining significant attention in the battery industry due to its high voltage platform and high energy density,making it a potential alternative in the e-bike and energy storage system area.The safety performance of MnRB is crucial for its widespread application.However,there has been a scarcity of studies evaluating the safety of MnRB.In this study,the thermal safety behavior of a commercial Mn-based composite cathode battery from the perspectives of"heat generation-gas emission-explosion risks".Its safety performance was compared with that of existing batteries using Li(Ni_(x)Co_(y)Mn_(z))O_(2) and LiFePO_(4)(LFP)as cathode materials.The results indicate that MnRB exhibits a higher triggering temperature,0.8%lower than Li(Ni_(0.5)Co_(0.2)Mn_(0.3))O_(2)(NCM523)and approximately 12.7%lower than LFP.MnRB’s normalized gas emission during thermal runway(TR)is 1.3%lower than that of NCM523,with the primary gas components being CO,H_(2),and CO_(2).The lower explosion limit of MnRB is approximately 2.7%lower than NCM523 and 44.0%higher than LFP.MnRB exhibits intermediate thermal stability and combustion-explosion characteristics between NCM523 and LFP.This study provides valuable data on MnRB’s TR behavior,offering a comprehensive assessment of MnRB’s intrinsic safety performance through quantitative evaluation.The findings present clear directions for designing,optimizing,and implementing safety measures for MnRB against TR.展开更多
This study involved the construction and explosion of a large-scale(80-meter-long)underdrain and detailed investigations of the damaging impacts of a gas explosion to provide an experimental foundation for similarity ...This study involved the construction and explosion of a large-scale(80-meter-long)underdrain and detailed investigations of the damaging impacts of a gas explosion to provide an experimental foundation for similarity modeling and infrastructural designs.The experiment vividly recreated the scene and explosion damage of the"11.22″explosion accident in Qingdao,China,thus allowing for evaluations of the movements and destruction of the cover plates.The damage mechanism was determined by analyzing the overpressure curves inside and outside the underground canal.It was determined that the cover plates were first lifted by the precursor wave,which induced a maximum overpressure of 0.06 MPa and resulted in explosion venting.The pressure entered the deflagration stage at the end of the explosion.The combustion wave overpressure reached 3.115 MPa close to the initiation point,and had a significant influence on the projectile energy of the cover plates there.Overall,64%of the cover plates were only affected by the precursor wave,while 36%of the cover plates were subjected to both the precursor wave and the combustion wave;these cover plates were severely damaged.The results of this study provide fundamental insights relevant to the prevention and control of underdrain gas explosions.展开更多
Due to the influence of many factors,the overpressure-time history load model of vented gas explosions is difficult to describe and is not conducive to further structural design.Based on vented gas explosion test data...Due to the influence of many factors,the overpressure-time history load model of vented gas explosions is difficult to describe and is not conducive to further structural design.Based on vented gas explosion test data,this paper obtains three typical overpressure-time history curves and puts forward a new semi-empirical model-double hump model that considers gas concentration and venting pressure,and gives a formula for peak pressure and overpressure-time history model.The scientificity of the model is then verified by the total impulse in the load.The model is able directly reflect the load characteristics,provide reference for calculating key parameters of a vented gas explosion and provide information on the structural response under the load.The model thereby has the potential to help reduce the impact of gas explosion disasters.展开更多
文摘The process of explosion venting to air in a cylindrical vent vessel connected to a duct, filling with a stoichiometric methane-oxygen gas mixture, was simulated numerically by using a colocated grid SIMPLE scheme based on k-epsilon turbulent model and Eddy-dissipation combustion model. The characteristics of the combustible cloud, flame and pressure distribution in the external flow field during venting were analyzed in terms of the predicted results.The results show that the external explosion is generated due to violent turbulent combustion in the high pressure region within the external combustible cloud ignited by a jet flame. And the turbulence and vortex in the external flow field were also discussed in detail. After the jet flame penetrating into the external combustible cloud, the turbulent intensity is greater in the regions with greater average kinetic energy gradient, rather than in the flame front; and the vortex in the external flow field is generated primarily due to the baroclinic effect, which is greater in the regions where the pressure and density gradients are nearly perpendicular.
基金supported by the Young Scientists Fund of National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12202202 and 12202494)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2021YFC3100700)。
文摘The internal and external flow fields during vented explosions of methane were characterized through numerical simulation,and the capability of numerical simulation thereof was validated by previous experimental data at three ignition positions.The venting mechanism was revealed by the simulated concentration distribution,temperature profile,and airflow velocity.The results show rear ignition results in the external methane mass distribution taking the form of"mushroom"and columnar flames in the external space,which can be expressed as a third-order polynomial relationship with distance;central ignition forms a relationship of the form y=AxB.Front ignition causes the temperature to show a tendency to repeated oscillations(rising,falling,and rising).Central ignition generates the maximum vented airflow velocity(V_(max)=320 m/s)upon vent opening.The results indicate that it is acceptable to apply numerical simulation of methane explosions in practice.
基金Project(51674193)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2019-JLM-9)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province,ChinaProject(2019-M-663780)supported by the Postdoctoral Science Foundation,China。
文摘To research the characteristics of vented explosion of methane-air mixture in the pipeline,coal mine tunnel or other closed space,the experiments and numerical simulations were carried out.In this work,explosion characteristics and flame propagation characteristics of methane in pipeline and coal mine tunnel are studied by using an explosion test system,combined with FLACS software,under different vented conditions.The numerical simulation results of methane explosion are basically consistent with the physical experiment results,which indicates that the numerical simulation for methane explosion is reliable to be applied to the practice.The results show that explosion parameters(pressure,temperature and product concentration)of methane at five volume fractions have the same change trend.Nevertheless,the explosion intension of 10.0%methane is the largest and that of 9.5%methane is relatively weak,followed by 11.0%methane,8.0%methane and 7.0%methane respectively.Under different vented conditions,the pressure and temperature of methane explosion are the highest in the pipeline without a vent,followed by the pipeline where ignition or vent position is in each end,and those are the lowest in the pipeline with ignition and vent at the same end.There is no significant effect on final product concentration of methane explosion under three vented conditions.For coal mine tunnel,it is indicated that the maximum explosion pressure at the airproof wall in return airway with the branch roadway at 50 m from goaf is significantly decreased while that in intake airway does not change overwhelmingly.In addition,when the branch roadway is longer or its section is larger,the peak pressure of airproof wall reduces slightly.
基金the Defense Industrial Technology Development Program(No.A1420080184)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of China(No.2011YB08)
文摘Some characteristics of interior explosions within a cabin structure with a venting hole are investigated.It may simulate a warhead explosion inside a cabin following its penetration through the cabin wall.The study includes both experimental and theoretical analyses of the problem.The experimental investigation comprises of two types of explosives at the center of the cabin.The pressure distributions at diferent locations on the cabin wall are obtained.The efect of internal shock reflection is analyzed by using the method of images(MOI).It is found that the geometric symmetries can cause the multiple reflected shocks to converge with strength comparable to the initial free shock.
基金Funded by the National Key R&D Program-Strategic Scientific and Technological Innovation Cooperation 2022YFB2404400.
文摘Driven by the goals of carbon neutrality,electrochemical storage technologies play a vital role in supporting the integration of renewable energy and reducing dependency on fossil fuels.The Mn-based rechargeable battery(MnRB)is gaining significant attention in the battery industry due to its high voltage platform and high energy density,making it a potential alternative in the e-bike and energy storage system area.The safety performance of MnRB is crucial for its widespread application.However,there has been a scarcity of studies evaluating the safety of MnRB.In this study,the thermal safety behavior of a commercial Mn-based composite cathode battery from the perspectives of"heat generation-gas emission-explosion risks".Its safety performance was compared with that of existing batteries using Li(Ni_(x)Co_(y)Mn_(z))O_(2) and LiFePO_(4)(LFP)as cathode materials.The results indicate that MnRB exhibits a higher triggering temperature,0.8%lower than Li(Ni_(0.5)Co_(0.2)Mn_(0.3))O_(2)(NCM523)and approximately 12.7%lower than LFP.MnRB’s normalized gas emission during thermal runway(TR)is 1.3%lower than that of NCM523,with the primary gas components being CO,H_(2),and CO_(2).The lower explosion limit of MnRB is approximately 2.7%lower than NCM523 and 44.0%higher than LFP.MnRB exhibits intermediate thermal stability and combustion-explosion characteristics between NCM523 and LFP.This study provides valuable data on MnRB’s TR behavior,offering a comprehensive assessment of MnRB’s intrinsic safety performance through quantitative evaluation.The findings present clear directions for designing,optimizing,and implementing safety measures for MnRB against TR.
基金The authors gratefully acknowledge financial support given by the National 135 Key R and D Projects(Grant Nos.2018YFF0301000)as well as from the National Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.71861167002,51834007).
文摘This study involved the construction and explosion of a large-scale(80-meter-long)underdrain and detailed investigations of the damaging impacts of a gas explosion to provide an experimental foundation for similarity modeling and infrastructural designs.The experiment vividly recreated the scene and explosion damage of the"11.22″explosion accident in Qingdao,China,thus allowing for evaluations of the movements and destruction of the cover plates.The damage mechanism was determined by analyzing the overpressure curves inside and outside the underground canal.It was determined that the cover plates were first lifted by the precursor wave,which induced a maximum overpressure of 0.06 MPa and resulted in explosion venting.The pressure entered the deflagration stage at the end of the explosion.The combustion wave overpressure reached 3.115 MPa close to the initiation point,and had a significant influence on the projectile energy of the cover plates there.Overall,64%of the cover plates were only affected by the precursor wave,while 36%of the cover plates were subjected to both the precursor wave and the combustion wave;these cover plates were severely damaged.The results of this study provide fundamental insights relevant to the prevention and control of underdrain gas explosions.
基金The authors gratefully acknowledge the financial support from Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province of China(Grant No.BK20180081)National Key R&D Program of China(Great No.2020YFB2103300)National Basic Research Program of China(973 Program)(Grant No.2015CB058000).
文摘Due to the influence of many factors,the overpressure-time history load model of vented gas explosions is difficult to describe and is not conducive to further structural design.Based on vented gas explosion test data,this paper obtains three typical overpressure-time history curves and puts forward a new semi-empirical model-double hump model that considers gas concentration and venting pressure,and gives a formula for peak pressure and overpressure-time history model.The scientificity of the model is then verified by the total impulse in the load.The model is able directly reflect the load characteristics,provide reference for calculating key parameters of a vented gas explosion and provide information on the structural response under the load.The model thereby has the potential to help reduce the impact of gas explosion disasters.
