Reinforced concrete(RC)columns are often subjected to off-central explosion due to the uncertainty of blast locations.However,few studies have focused on the dynamic response of RC columns under offcentral explosions....Reinforced concrete(RC)columns are often subjected to off-central explosion due to the uncertainty of blast locations.However,few studies have focused on the dynamic response of RC columns under offcentral explosions.A field blast experiment was conducted under close-in explosion with varying detonation offset distances(0 m,0.5 m,and 1 m),the overpressure load and dynamic responses of the full-scale RC columns were measured.Compared with the centrally detonated condition,a relative offset distance of 1.67 decreases the maximum and residual deflections of the RC column by 16.8%and 21.4%,respectively,while increasing the maximum and residual support rotations by 24.7%and 17.8%.Based on the experimental results,a theoretical model was proposed that considers the detonation location and charge mass,boundary conditions,axial compression ratio and material properties.The theoretical model exhibited good agreement with the experimental results,with prediction errors below 10%for both maximum and residual deflection.The effects of parameters were analyzed,and it indicated that an increase in offset distance results in decreased maximum and residual deflections but an increased support angle,thereby exacerbating damage.Higher axial load ratio,span-depth ratio,and longitudinal reinforcement ratio reduce both deflections and support angle.Additionally,a rapid method to predict the maximum and residual deflection of RC columns under off-central blast loading was also proposed based on the Generalized Regression Neural Network(GRNN).Eleven features which related to the RC column properties and the blast characteristics were used in the training process of GRNN,and accurate predictions were achieved with prediction errors within 20%.This study fills the gap in predicting the dynamic response of RC columns under off-central explosion,providing valuable references for blast-resistant design.展开更多
Researchers have achieved notable advancements over the years in exploring ship damage and stability resulting from underwater explosions(UNDEX).However,numerous challenges and open questions remain in this field.In t...Researchers have achieved notable advancements over the years in exploring ship damage and stability resulting from underwater explosions(UNDEX).However,numerous challenges and open questions remain in this field.In this study,the research progress of UNDEX load is first reviewed,which covers the explosion load during the shock wave and bubble pulsation stages.Subsequently,the research progress of ship damage caused by UNDEX is reviewed from two aspects:contact explosion and noncontact explosion.Finally,the research progress of ship navigation stability caused by UNDEX is reviewed from three aspects:natural factors,ship’s internal factors,and explosion factors.Analysis reveals that most existing research has focused on the damage to displacement ships caused by UNDEX.Meanwhile,less attention has been paid to the damage and stability of non-displacement ships caused by UNDEX,which are worthy of discussion.展开更多
Bubbles play crucial roles in various fields,including naval and ocean engineering,chemical engineering,and biochemical engineering.Numerous theoretical analyses,numerical simulations,and experimental studies have bee...Bubbles play crucial roles in various fields,including naval and ocean engineering,chemical engineering,and biochemical engineering.Numerous theoretical analyses,numerical simulations,and experimental studies have been conducted to reveal the mysteries of bubble motion and its mechanisms.These efforts have significantly advanced research in bubble dynamics,where theoretical study is an efficient method for bubble motion prediction.Since Lord Rayleigh introduced the theoretical model of single-bubble motion in incompressible fluid in 1917,theoretical studies have been pivotal in understanding bubble dynamics.This study provides a comprehensive review of the development and applicability of theoretical studies in bubble dynamics using typical theoretical bubble models across different periods as a focal point and an overview of bubble theory applications in underwater explosion,marine cavitation,and seismic exploration.This study aims to serve as a reference and catalyst for further advancements in theoretical analysis and practical applications of bubble theory across marine fields.展开更多
Gas explosion in confined space often leads to significant pressure oscillation.It is widely recognized that structural damage can be severe when the oscillation frequency of the load resonates with the natural vibrat...Gas explosion in confined space often leads to significant pressure oscillation.It is widely recognized that structural damage can be severe when the oscillation frequency of the load resonates with the natural vibration frequency of the structure.To reveal the oscillation mechanism of gas explosion load,the experiment of gas explosion was conducted in a large-scale confined tube with the length of 30 m,and the explosion process was numerically analyzed using FLACS.The results show that the essential cause of oscillation effect is the reflection of the pressure wave.In addition,due to the difference in the propagation path of the pressure wave,the load oscillation frequency at the middle position of the tunnel is twice that at the end position.The average sound velocity can be used to calculate the oscillation frequency of overpressure accurately,and the error is less than 15%.The instability of the flame surface and the increase of flame turbulence caused by the interaction between the pressure wave and the flame surface are the main contributors to the increase in overpressure and amplitude.The overpressure peaks calculated by the existing flame instability model and turbulence disturbance model are 31.7%and 34.7%lower than the numerical results,respectively.The turbulence factor model established in this work can describe the turbulence enhancement effect caused by flame instability and oscillatory load,and the difference between the theoretical and numerical results is only 4.6%.In the theoretical derivation of the overpressure model,an improved model of dynamic turbulence factor is established,which can describe the enhancement effect of turbulence factor caused by flame instability and self-turbulence.Based on the one-dimensional propagation theory of pressure wave,the oscillatory effect of the load is derived to calculate the frequency and amplitude of pressure oscillation.The average error of amplitude and frequency is less than 20%.展开更多
Unlike conventional spherical charges,a shaped charge generates not only a strong shock wave and a pulsating bubble,but also a high strain rate metal jet and a ballistic wave during the underwater explosion.They show ...Unlike conventional spherical charges,a shaped charge generates not only a strong shock wave and a pulsating bubble,but also a high strain rate metal jet and a ballistic wave during the underwater explosion.They show significant characteristic differences and couple each other.This paper designs and conducts experiments with shaped charges to analyze the complicated process.The effects of liner angle and weight of shaped charge on the characteristics of metal jets,waves,and bubbles are discussed.It is found that in underwater explosions,the shaped charge generates the metal jet accompanied by the ballistic wave.Then,the shock wave propagates and superimposes with the ballistic wave,and the generated bubble pulsates periodically.It is revealed that the maximum head velocity of the metal jet versus the liner angle a and length-to-diameter ratio k of the shaped charge follows the laws of 1/(α/180°)^(0.55)andλ^(0.16),respectively.The head shape and velocity of the metal jet determine the curvature and propagation speed of the initial ballistic wave,thus impacting the superposition time and region with the shock wave.Our findings also reveal that the metal jet carries away some explosion products,which hinders the bubble development,causing an inward depression of the bubble wall near the metal jet.Therefore,the maximum bubble radius and pulsation period are 5.2%and 3.9%smaller than the spherical charge with the same weight.In addition,the uneven axial energy distribution of the shaped charge leads to an oblique bubble jet formation.展开更多
While the moisture content of soil affects significantly the blast impulse of shallow buried explosives,the role of surface-covering water(SCW)on soil in such blast impulse remains elusive.A combined experimental and ...While the moisture content of soil affects significantly the blast impulse of shallow buried explosives,the role of surface-covering water(SCW)on soil in such blast impulse remains elusive.A combined experimental and numerical study has been carried out to characterize the effect of SCW on transferred impulse and loading magnitude of shallow buried explosives.Firstly,blast tests of shallow buried explosives were conducted,with and without the SCW,to quantitatively assess the blast loading impulse.Subsequently,finite element(FE)simulations were performed and validated against experimental measurement,with good agreement achieved.The validated FE model was then employed to predict the dynamic response of a fully-clamped metallic circular target,subjected to the explosive impact of shallow buried explosives with SCW,and explore the corresponding physical mechanisms.It was demonstrated that shallow buried explosives in saturated soil generate a greater impulse transferred towards the target relative to those in dry soil.The deformation displacement of the target plate is doubled.Increasing the height of SCW results in enhanced center peak deflection of the loaded target,accompanied by subsequent fall,due to the variation of deformation pattern of the loaded target from concentrated load to uniform load.Meanwhile,the presence of SCW increases the blast impulse transferred towards the target by three times.In addition,there exists a threshold value of the burial depth that maximizes the impact impulse.This threshold exhibits a strong sensitivity to SCW height,decreasing with increasing SCW height.An empirical formula for predicting threshold has been provided.Similar conclusions can be drawn for different explosive masses.The results provide technical guidance on blast loading intensity and its spatial distribution considering shallow buried explosives in coast-land battlefields,which can ultimately contribute to better protective designs.展开更多
The afterburning of TNT and structural constraints in confined spaces significantly amplify the blast load,leading to severe structural damage. This study investigates the mechanisms underlying the enhanced dynamic re...The afterburning of TNT and structural constraints in confined spaces significantly amplify the blast load,leading to severe structural damage. This study investigates the mechanisms underlying the enhanced dynamic response of reinforced concrete blast doors with four-sided restraints in confined space. Explosion tests with TNT charges ranging from 0.15 kg to 0.4 kg were conducted in a confined space,capturing overpressure loads and the dynamic response of the blast door. An internal explosion model incorporating the afterburning effect was developed using LS-DYNA software and validated against experimental data. The results reveal that the TNT afterburning effect amplifies both the initial peak overpressure and the quasi-static overpressure, resulting in increased deformation of the blast door.Within the 0.15-0.4 kg charge range, the initial overpressure peak and quasi-static overpressure increased by an average of 1.79 times and 2.21 times, respectively. Additionally, the afterburning effect enhanced the blast door's deflection by 177%. Compared to open-space scenarios, the cumulative deflection of the blast door due to repeated shock wave impacts is significantly greater in confined spaces. Furthermore, the quasi-static pressure arising from the structural constraints sustains the blast door's deflection at a high level.展开更多
Due to the presence of nitro groups, the dust generated during the production and utilization of energetic materials may potentially lead to dust explosion even under low-oxygen or anaerobic conditions.Considering the...Due to the presence of nitro groups, the dust generated during the production and utilization of energetic materials may potentially lead to dust explosion even under low-oxygen or anaerobic conditions.Considering the high energy density of energetic materials, dust explosion can cause serious production safety accidents. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the dust explosion characteristics of energetic materials and the mechanism of dust explosion. According to the literature review, among various influencing factors, the physical and chemical properties of dust are the decisive factors affecting the explosion characteristics of dust. In addition to experimental studies, numerical simulation is another important tool. However, it is subjected to certain limitations. Moreover, it is essential but challenging to fully understand the underlying mechanism. In addition, given the safety hazards posed by dust explosion, explosion suppression has attracted extensive attention for research. Depending on the medium used, there are different forms of suppression, including powder explosion suppression, water spray explosion suppression, inert gas explosion suppression, porous material explosion suppression, and vacuum chamber explosion suppression. As for the selection of explosion suppression agent, consideration must be given to the characteristics of the material. Furthermore, the above research has laid a foundation for discussing the future progress in studying dust explosion of energetic materials, with nano dust and the constraints of existing technology as the focal point.展开更多
Investigating the characteristics of synchronous electrical explosions of multiple exploding foil initiators(EFI)in the same circuit,a four-point series-connected EFI circuit utilizing flexible flat cables was designe...Investigating the characteristics of synchronous electrical explosions of multiple exploding foil initiators(EFI)in the same circuit,a four-point series-connected EFI circuit utilizing flexible flat cables was designed to analyze the electrical explosion characteristics.Loop current and terminal voltages of each EFI were recorded to characterize the multi-point series-connected EFI explosion.The effects of voltage,capacitance,and loop length on the response time,energy deposition,and energy utilization efficiency of the multi-point series-connected EFI were explored.Based on the FIRESET model,a mathematical model for the multi-point series-connected EFI explosion was developed,and the influence of initial resistivity on the peak voltage during electrical explosion was quantitatively analyzed.Results indicate that the primary factor influencing the response time is the conduction performance of the switch,while the synchronization deviation is minimally affected by variations in voltage and capacitance.At an inter-electrode spacing of 50 mm,within the voltage range of 1,500–3,000 V and capacitance range of 0.22–1.5μF,the minimum and maximum synchronization deviations of the four-point EFI were 2 ns and 11 ns,respectively.As input energy increases,the deposited energy of the EFI rises,but the overall energy utilization efficiency decreases.The computational results of the proposed model align well with the experimental data.Furthermore,higher initial resistivity in the series-connected circuit corresponds to a higher peak voltage during electrical explosion.This work elucidates the characteristics of multi-point series-connected EFI explosions,offering valuable insights for the design of multi-point EFI circuits.展开更多
In this paper,the load characteristics of shock wave,bubble pulsating water jet and cavitation closure are studied by carrying out underwater explosion experiments and numerical simulation of fixed square plates with ...In this paper,the load characteristics of shock wave,bubble pulsating water jet and cavitation closure are studied by carrying out underwater explosion experiments and numerical simulation of fixed square plates with 2.5,5 and 10 g trinitrotoluene.The results show that under the combined action of multiple loads,the impulse of bubble pulsation and water jet load plays a leading role in the process of underwater explosion,and the impulse of cavitation closure load is greater than that of shock wave.The damage to the structure cannot be ignored,and the pressure time-history curve presents a“multi-peak”state,and it is pointed out that the water jet is a concentrated load.Then,the dynamic response of the full-scale model of the ship under the combined action of multiple loads is studied,and the dynamic response of the ship under different cabin water depths and different explosion distances is discussed.The results show that when the ship is empty,the damage degree of the ship is the most serious,and the influence of cavitation effect on the half cabin is weaker than that of the empty cabin,so the damage degree is the second,and the damage degree is the smallest when the cabin is full.When the distance parameter is less than 0.68,the shock wave and the after flow play a leading role in the dynamic response of the ship.When the distance parameter is between 0.68 and 1.38,the combined action of the bubble pulsating water jet and the cavitation closure multi-load causes the main damage to the ship.When the distance parameter is greater than 1.38,the bubble pulsation and the cavitation closure load play a leading role.展开更多
Urban growth has promoted the use of underground spaces,where explosion accidents can be catastrophic.In this study,we investigated the effect of placing flexible construction in front of rigid obstacles on methane ex...Urban growth has promoted the use of underground spaces,where explosion accidents can be catastrophic.In this study,we investigated the effect of placing flexible construction in front of rigid obstacles on methane explosion protection by using an experimental platform and adjusting the blockage rate and spacing of the obstacles.It aims to reduce the risk of gas explosions in urban underground spaces.The results of the study show that the flame propagation peak speed and peak overpressure are reduced with the decrease in the blocking rate of the flexible obstacle when the blocking rate of the flexible obstacle is less than or equal to the blocking rate of the rigid obstacle,with the decrease in the spacing,the better the protection effect of the methane explosion.When the blockage rate of the flexible obstacle is greater than the blockage rate of the rigid obstacle and spacing is less than the height of the flexible obstacle,rigid and flexible obstacles are connected as a whole,increasing the strength of the explosion.This study can provide a theoretical basis and scientific guidance for optimizing rigid and flexible object hybrid layouts and methane explosion protection technology in urban underground spaces.展开更多
The gas explosion in residential building has always been a highly concerned problem.Explosions in homogeneous mixtures have been extensively studied.However,mixtures are often inhomogeneous in the practical scenarios...The gas explosion in residential building has always been a highly concerned problem.Explosions in homogeneous mixtures have been extensively studied.However,mixtures are often inhomogeneous in the practical scenarios due to the differences in the densities of methane and air.In order to investigate the effects of gas explosions in inhomogeneous mixtures,experimental studies involving gas leakage and explosion are conducted in a full-scale residential building to reproduce the process of gas explosion.By fitting the dimensionless buoyancy as a function of dimensionless height and dimensionless time,a distribution model of gas in large-scale spaces is established,and the mechanism of inhomogeneous distribution of methane is also be revealed.Furthermore,the stratified reconstruction method(SRM)is introduced for efficiently setting up inhomogeneous concentration fields in FLACS.The simulation results highlight that for the internal overpressure,the distribution of methane has no effect on the first overpressure peak(ΔP1),while it significantly influences the subsequent overpressure peak(ΔP2),and the maximum difference between the overpressure of homogeneous and inhomogeneous distribution is174.3%.Moreover,the initial concentration distribution also has a certain impact on the external overpressure.展开更多
Coal dust explosions are severe safety accidents in coal mine production,posing significant threats to life and property.Predicting the maximum explosion pressure(Pm)of coal dust using deep learning models can effecti...Coal dust explosions are severe safety accidents in coal mine production,posing significant threats to life and property.Predicting the maximum explosion pressure(Pm)of coal dust using deep learning models can effectively assess potential risks and provide a scientific basis for preventing coal dust explosions.In this study,a 20-L explosion sphere apparatus was used to test the maximum explosion pressure of coal dust under seven different particle sizes and ten mass concentrations(Cdust),resulting in a dataset of 70 experimental groups.Through Spearman correlation analysis and random forest feature selection methods,particle size(D_(10),D_(20),D_(50))and mass concentration(Cdust)were identified as critical feature parameters from the ten initial parameters of the coal dust samples.Based on this,a hybrid Long Short-Term Memory(LSTM)network model incorporating a Multi-Head Attention Mechanism and the Sparrow Search Algorithm(SSA)was proposed to predict the maximum explosion pressure of coal dust.The results demonstrate that the SSA-LSTM-Multi-Head Attention model excels in predicting the maximum explosion pressure of coal dust.The four evaluation metrics indicate that the model achieved a coefficient of determination(R^(2)),root mean square error(RMSE),mean absolute percentage error(MAPE),and mean absolute error(MAE)of 0.9841,0.0030,0.0074,and 0.0049,respectively,in the training set.In the testing set,these values were 0.9743,0.0087,0.0108,and 0.0069,respectively.Compared to artificial neural networks(ANN),random forest(RF),support vector machines(SVM),particle swarm optimized-SVM(PSO-SVM)neural networks,and the traditional single-model LSTM,the SSA-LSTM-Multi-Head Attention model demonstrated superior generalization capability and prediction accuracy.The findings of this study not only advance the application of deep learning in coal dust explosion prediction but also provide robust technical support for the prevention and risk assessment of coal dust explosions.展开更多
RDX/Al mixtures are widely utilized in energetic materials,yet their hybrid dust generated during production and application poses potential explosion hazards.Moreover,the synergistic explosion mechanisms remain poorl...RDX/Al mixtures are widely utilized in energetic materials,yet their hybrid dust generated during production and application poses potential explosion hazards.Moreover,the synergistic explosion mechanisms remain poorly understood,particularly at varying dust concentrations.This study systematically investigates the effects of different aluminum powder mass percentages and dust concentrations(300 g/m^(3),600 g/m^(3),900 g/m^(3))on RDX dust explosion severity,flame propagation behavior,and gaseous products.The results indicate that the maximum explosion pressure peaks at 35%RDX,65%RDX,and 80%RDX at 300 g/m^(3),600 g/m^(3),and 900 g/m^(3),respectively.Concurrently,the time for the flame to propagate to the wall(t1)reaches minimum values of 34.8 ms,25.66 ms,and 23.93 ms.The maximum rate of pressure rise is observed for pure RDX at 900 g/m^(3).Aluminum powder enhances flame propagation velocity and combustion duration,as validated by the flame propagation system.Overall,the concentrations of carbon oxides(CO+CO_(2))decrease significantly with increasing aluminum mass percentage.At 20%RDX,the concentrations decreased by 51.64%,72.31%,and 79.55%compared to pure RDX at 300 g/m^(3),600 g/m^(3),and 900 g/m^(3),respectively.Notably,N_(2)O concentration only at 300 g/m^(3)showed such a trend.It rises first and then falls at 35%RDX at 600 g/m^(3)and 900 g/m^(3).These findings elucidate the synergistic explosion mechanisms and provide critical guidelines for safe production and handling.展开更多
Submarine pipelines are critical infrastructures for offshore energy transport and communications. Understanding their structural response to near-field explosions is crucial for enhancing their blast resistance and o...Submarine pipelines are critical infrastructures for offshore energy transport and communications. Understanding their structural response to near-field explosions is crucial for enhancing their blast resistance and operational safety. This study presents a computational study on the interaction between explosion-induced bubbles and a seabed-mounted pipeline. A recently developed computational framework is employed, which couples a compressible fluid solver with a finite element structural solver via a partitioned procedure. An embedded boundary method and a level-set method are employed to handle the fluid-structure and gas-liquid interfaces. Using this framework, we analyze the flow field evolution, bubble dynamics, and transient pipe deformation. Two distinct response modes are identified: periodic oscillation under low-pressure loading and downward collapse triggered by high-pressure loading and bubble jet impact. Specifically, under high-pressure conditions, the pipe initially deforms inward, generating a localized high-pressure zone within the concave region. During structural rebound, the trapped fluid is expelled upward, giving rise to a bubble jet. Further parametric studies on the pipe's internal pressure, wall thickness, and support angle reveal several key insights. A higher internal pressure delays structural collapse, and a greater pipe thickness results in more uniform implosion morphologies. The support angle strongly influences the collapse dynamics, with the shortest collapse time occurring at 60 °. These findings offer new insights for the protective design of submarine pipelines.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
A multi-resolution smoothed particle hydrodynamics and peridynamics(SPH-PD)coupling model is proposed in this study for simulating the fracture characteristics of ice plates exposed to underwater blast loads.The SPH m...A multi-resolution smoothed particle hydrodynamics and peridynamics(SPH-PD)coupling model is proposed in this study for simulating the fracture characteristics of ice plates exposed to underwater blast loads.The SPH model employs a volume adaptive scheme(VAS)and a multi-resolution particle technique to accurately simulate explosive charge detonation and shock wave propagation.This approach addresses numerical challenges from charge expansion and significant size disparity between the charge and the fluid particles.The model captures the full underwater explosion process,covering both the shock wave phase and the bubble expansion stage,by applying appropriate equations of state for each respective phase.To analyze ice plate damage and crack propagation influenced by temperature changes,an ordinary state-based PD(OSB-PD)formulation with coupled mechanical and thermodynamic models is used.Numerical results show that the proposed coupling method demonstrates good agreement with reference solutions and experimental data.展开更多
With the acceleration of the energy transition,new synthetic routes for converting alkanes into highvalue products are emerging.However,the thermal safety of these new routes may not have been fully considered,potenti...With the acceleration of the energy transition,new synthetic routes for converting alkanes into highvalue products are emerging.However,the thermal safety of these new routes may not have been fully considered,potentially leading to dangers during the optimization of reaction conditions.This study reports,for the first time,a reactor explosion incident during the experiment of a new synthetic route for adipic acid:nitric acid oxidation of n-hexane.Differential scanning calorimetry(DSC),accelerating rate calorimetry(ARC),and corrective calculations were used to investigate the cause of the explosion.The results indicate that the polyparaphenol(PPL) liner material,which was used for the first time in the experiment,is unlikely to react with the system and cause the explosion.When the nitric acid concentration is increased from 3.7 mol·L^(-1) to 5.4 mol·L^(-1),the thermal stability of the system decreases,and the heat release surpasses the chemical explosion threshold(1000 J·g^(-1)).The maximum self-heat rate(d T/dtmax) increases by at least 7 times,and the maximum pressure rise rate(dp/dtmax)increases by at least 11 times.This led to the actual pressure in the reactor increasing from 4.96 MPa to at least 11.09 MPa,which far exceeded the rated pressure(3 MPa) and reached the rupture pressure(3.5to 4 times their rated pressure),resulting in the explosion.This study aims to provide a warning regarding the safety of new synthetic routes involving the nitric acid-organic systems,particularly the conversion of alkanes,to prevent the recurrence of similar incidents.展开更多
In this paper,enhanced near-field shock wave propagation in underwater explosion is achieved by introducing a fragile air-tube under the explosive.Firstly,based on the ALE algorithm in the ANSYS/LS-DYNA software,a num...In this paper,enhanced near-field shock wave propagation in underwater explosion is achieved by introducing a fragile air-tube under the explosive.Firstly,based on the ALE algorithm in the ANSYS/LS-DYNA software,a numerical model integrating the water,the air,the explosive,and the air-tube is developed.Comparative discussion for explosion with air-tube in the air,as well as explosion in the water without air-tube,is made to highlight the distinct energy attenuation mechanism due to the introduction of the air-tube.Then,the influence of the tube geometry,as well as evolving structural boundaries,on the explosive process is discussed exhaustively.The results indicate that the air-tube acts as a shock focusing apparatus,significantly altering explosion flow dynamics.Tube damage mode relies on tube geometrical size.Time-refreshed structural boundary affects the position the fluid flowing into the air-tube,which in turn plays an impact on the bubble pattern and energy distribution near the tube outlet.Enhanced outlet pressure is strengthened along with the decrease of the outlet radius,cross-section height ratio and tube thickness.These insights offer valuable guidance for optimizing underwater explosion and possess prospectively scientific and practical significance.展开更多
Gas explosions are a frequent hazard in underground confined spaces in the process of urban development.Liquid sedimentary layers,commonly present in these environments,have not been sufficiently studied in terms of t...Gas explosions are a frequent hazard in underground confined spaces in the process of urban development.Liquid sedimentary layers,commonly present in these environments,have not been sufficiently studied in terms of their impact on explosion dynamics.This study aims to investigate how gas-liquid two-phase environments in confined underground spaces affect the explosion characteristics of natural gas.To achieve this,experiments are conducted to examine the propagation of natural gas explosions in water and diesel layers,focusing on the influence of liquid properties and the liquid fullness degree(Lx)on explosion behavior.The results indicate that the presence of a liquid layer after the initial ignition stage significantly attenuates both the peak overpressure and the rise speed of pressure,in comparison to the natural gas conditions.During the subsequent explosive reaction,the evaporation and combustion of the diesel surface resulted in a distinct double-peak pressure rise profile in the diesel layer,with the second peak notably exceeding the first peak.Under conditions with a liquid sedimentary layer,the flame propagation velocities range from 6.53 to 34.1 m/s,while the overpressure peaks vary between 0.157 and 0.255 MPa.The explosion duration in both the water and diesel layer environments is approximately twice as long as that of the natural gas explosion,although the underlying mechanisms differ.In the diesel layer,the prolonged explosion time is attributed to the evaporation and combustion of the diesel,while in the water layer,the flame propagation velocity is significantly reduced.Under the experimental conditions,the maximum explosion energy reached 7.15×10~6J,corresponding to a TNT equivalent of 1.7.The peak overpressure surpassed the threshold for human fatality as defined by overpressure standards,posing a potential risk of damage to large steel-frame structures.The explosion shockwave in diesel layer conditions(L_(d)=0%,5%,7.5%,12.5%)and water layer(L_(w)=12.5%)conditions is observed to be sufficient to damage earthquake-resistant reinforced concrete.This study investigates the impact of sediment layer thickness and composition on gas explosions,and evaluates the associated explosion energy to assess human injuries and structural damage in underground environments.The findings of this study provide a scientific reference for urban underground safety.展开更多
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grants No.12472399)。
文摘Reinforced concrete(RC)columns are often subjected to off-central explosion due to the uncertainty of blast locations.However,few studies have focused on the dynamic response of RC columns under offcentral explosions.A field blast experiment was conducted under close-in explosion with varying detonation offset distances(0 m,0.5 m,and 1 m),the overpressure load and dynamic responses of the full-scale RC columns were measured.Compared with the centrally detonated condition,a relative offset distance of 1.67 decreases the maximum and residual deflections of the RC column by 16.8%and 21.4%,respectively,while increasing the maximum and residual support rotations by 24.7%and 17.8%.Based on the experimental results,a theoretical model was proposed that considers the detonation location and charge mass,boundary conditions,axial compression ratio and material properties.The theoretical model exhibited good agreement with the experimental results,with prediction errors below 10%for both maximum and residual deflection.The effects of parameters were analyzed,and it indicated that an increase in offset distance results in decreased maximum and residual deflections but an increased support angle,thereby exacerbating damage.Higher axial load ratio,span-depth ratio,and longitudinal reinforcement ratio reduce both deflections and support angle.Additionally,a rapid method to predict the maximum and residual deflection of RC columns under off-central blast loading was also proposed based on the Generalized Regression Neural Network(GRNN).Eleven features which related to the RC column properties and the blast characteristics were used in the training process of GRNN,and accurate predictions were achieved with prediction errors within 20%.This study fills the gap in predicting the dynamic response of RC columns under off-central explosion,providing valuable references for blast-resistant design.
基金Supported by the Key R&D Program of Heilongjiang Province(Grant No.JD22A024)the Science Fund for Excellent Youth Foundation of Heilongjiang Province of China(Grant No.YQ2021E010).
文摘Researchers have achieved notable advancements over the years in exploring ship damage and stability resulting from underwater explosions(UNDEX).However,numerous challenges and open questions remain in this field.In this study,the research progress of UNDEX load is first reviewed,which covers the explosion load during the shock wave and bubble pulsation stages.Subsequently,the research progress of ship damage caused by UNDEX is reviewed from two aspects:contact explosion and noncontact explosion.Finally,the research progress of ship navigation stability caused by UNDEX is reviewed from three aspects:natural factors,ship’s internal factors,and explosion factors.Analysis reveals that most existing research has focused on the damage to displacement ships caused by UNDEX.Meanwhile,less attention has been paid to the damage and stability of non-displacement ships caused by UNDEX,which are worthy of discussion.
文摘Bubbles play crucial roles in various fields,including naval and ocean engineering,chemical engineering,and biochemical engineering.Numerous theoretical analyses,numerical simulations,and experimental studies have been conducted to reveal the mysteries of bubble motion and its mechanisms.These efforts have significantly advanced research in bubble dynamics,where theoretical study is an efficient method for bubble motion prediction.Since Lord Rayleigh introduced the theoretical model of single-bubble motion in incompressible fluid in 1917,theoretical studies have been pivotal in understanding bubble dynamics.This study provides a comprehensive review of the development and applicability of theoretical studies in bubble dynamics using typical theoretical bubble models across different periods as a focal point and an overview of bubble theory applications in underwater explosion,marine cavitation,and seismic exploration.This study aims to serve as a reference and catalyst for further advancements in theoretical analysis and practical applications of bubble theory across marine fields.
基金financial support from National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52378488)Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(Grant No.KYCX22_0222).
文摘Gas explosion in confined space often leads to significant pressure oscillation.It is widely recognized that structural damage can be severe when the oscillation frequency of the load resonates with the natural vibration frequency of the structure.To reveal the oscillation mechanism of gas explosion load,the experiment of gas explosion was conducted in a large-scale confined tube with the length of 30 m,and the explosion process was numerically analyzed using FLACS.The results show that the essential cause of oscillation effect is the reflection of the pressure wave.In addition,due to the difference in the propagation path of the pressure wave,the load oscillation frequency at the middle position of the tunnel is twice that at the end position.The average sound velocity can be used to calculate the oscillation frequency of overpressure accurately,and the error is less than 15%.The instability of the flame surface and the increase of flame turbulence caused by the interaction between the pressure wave and the flame surface are the main contributors to the increase in overpressure and amplitude.The overpressure peaks calculated by the existing flame instability model and turbulence disturbance model are 31.7%and 34.7%lower than the numerical results,respectively.The turbulence factor model established in this work can describe the turbulence enhancement effect caused by flame instability and oscillatory load,and the difference between the theoretical and numerical results is only 4.6%.In the theoretical derivation of the overpressure model,an improved model of dynamic turbulence factor is established,which can describe the enhancement effect of turbulence factor caused by flame instability and self-turbulence.Based on the one-dimensional propagation theory of pressure wave,the oscillatory effect of the load is derived to calculate the frequency and amplitude of pressure oscillation.The average error of amplitude and frequency is less than 20%.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Founda-tion of China(52071109).
文摘Unlike conventional spherical charges,a shaped charge generates not only a strong shock wave and a pulsating bubble,but also a high strain rate metal jet and a ballistic wave during the underwater explosion.They show significant characteristic differences and couple each other.This paper designs and conducts experiments with shaped charges to analyze the complicated process.The effects of liner angle and weight of shaped charge on the characteristics of metal jets,waves,and bubbles are discussed.It is found that in underwater explosions,the shaped charge generates the metal jet accompanied by the ballistic wave.Then,the shock wave propagates and superimposes with the ballistic wave,and the generated bubble pulsates periodically.It is revealed that the maximum head velocity of the metal jet versus the liner angle a and length-to-diameter ratio k of the shaped charge follows the laws of 1/(α/180°)^(0.55)andλ^(0.16),respectively.The head shape and velocity of the metal jet determine the curvature and propagation speed of the initial ballistic wave,thus impacting the superposition time and region with the shock wave.Our findings also reveal that the metal jet carries away some explosion products,which hinders the bubble development,causing an inward depression of the bubble wall near the metal jet.Therefore,the maximum bubble radius and pulsation period are 5.2%and 3.9%smaller than the spherical charge with the same weight.In addition,the uneven axial energy distribution of the shaped charge leads to an oblique bubble jet formation.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12002156,11972185,12372136)Research Fund of State Key Laboratory of Mechanics and Control for Aerospace Structures(Grant No.MCMS-I-0222K01)。
文摘While the moisture content of soil affects significantly the blast impulse of shallow buried explosives,the role of surface-covering water(SCW)on soil in such blast impulse remains elusive.A combined experimental and numerical study has been carried out to characterize the effect of SCW on transferred impulse and loading magnitude of shallow buried explosives.Firstly,blast tests of shallow buried explosives were conducted,with and without the SCW,to quantitatively assess the blast loading impulse.Subsequently,finite element(FE)simulations were performed and validated against experimental measurement,with good agreement achieved.The validated FE model was then employed to predict the dynamic response of a fully-clamped metallic circular target,subjected to the explosive impact of shallow buried explosives with SCW,and explore the corresponding physical mechanisms.It was demonstrated that shallow buried explosives in saturated soil generate a greater impulse transferred towards the target relative to those in dry soil.The deformation displacement of the target plate is doubled.Increasing the height of SCW results in enhanced center peak deflection of the loaded target,accompanied by subsequent fall,due to the variation of deformation pattern of the loaded target from concentrated load to uniform load.Meanwhile,the presence of SCW increases the blast impulse transferred towards the target by three times.In addition,there exists a threshold value of the burial depth that maximizes the impact impulse.This threshold exhibits a strong sensitivity to SCW height,decreasing with increasing SCW height.An empirical formula for predicting threshold has been provided.Similar conclusions can be drawn for different explosive masses.The results provide technical guidance on blast loading intensity and its spatial distribution considering shallow buried explosives in coast-land battlefields,which can ultimately contribute to better protective designs.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 52278504)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province (Grant No. BK20220141)。
文摘The afterburning of TNT and structural constraints in confined spaces significantly amplify the blast load,leading to severe structural damage. This study investigates the mechanisms underlying the enhanced dynamic response of reinforced concrete blast doors with four-sided restraints in confined space. Explosion tests with TNT charges ranging from 0.15 kg to 0.4 kg were conducted in a confined space,capturing overpressure loads and the dynamic response of the blast door. An internal explosion model incorporating the afterburning effect was developed using LS-DYNA software and validated against experimental data. The results reveal that the TNT afterburning effect amplifies both the initial peak overpressure and the quasi-static overpressure, resulting in increased deformation of the blast door.Within the 0.15-0.4 kg charge range, the initial overpressure peak and quasi-static overpressure increased by an average of 1.79 times and 2.21 times, respectively. Additionally, the afterburning effect enhanced the blast door's deflection by 177%. Compared to open-space scenarios, the cumulative deflection of the blast door due to repeated shock wave impacts is significantly greater in confined spaces. Furthermore, the quasi-static pressure arising from the structural constraints sustains the blast door's deflection at a high level.
基金the financial support of the Shanxi Fire & Explosion-Proofing Safety Engineering and Technology Research Center, North University of China。
文摘Due to the presence of nitro groups, the dust generated during the production and utilization of energetic materials may potentially lead to dust explosion even under low-oxygen or anaerobic conditions.Considering the high energy density of energetic materials, dust explosion can cause serious production safety accidents. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the dust explosion characteristics of energetic materials and the mechanism of dust explosion. According to the literature review, among various influencing factors, the physical and chemical properties of dust are the decisive factors affecting the explosion characteristics of dust. In addition to experimental studies, numerical simulation is another important tool. However, it is subjected to certain limitations. Moreover, it is essential but challenging to fully understand the underlying mechanism. In addition, given the safety hazards posed by dust explosion, explosion suppression has attracted extensive attention for research. Depending on the medium used, there are different forms of suppression, including powder explosion suppression, water spray explosion suppression, inert gas explosion suppression, porous material explosion suppression, and vacuum chamber explosion suppression. As for the selection of explosion suppression agent, consideration must be given to the characteristics of the material. Furthermore, the above research has laid a foundation for discussing the future progress in studying dust explosion of energetic materials, with nano dust and the constraints of existing technology as the focal point.
文摘Investigating the characteristics of synchronous electrical explosions of multiple exploding foil initiators(EFI)in the same circuit,a four-point series-connected EFI circuit utilizing flexible flat cables was designed to analyze the electrical explosion characteristics.Loop current and terminal voltages of each EFI were recorded to characterize the multi-point series-connected EFI explosion.The effects of voltage,capacitance,and loop length on the response time,energy deposition,and energy utilization efficiency of the multi-point series-connected EFI were explored.Based on the FIRESET model,a mathematical model for the multi-point series-connected EFI explosion was developed,and the influence of initial resistivity on the peak voltage during electrical explosion was quantitatively analyzed.Results indicate that the primary factor influencing the response time is the conduction performance of the switch,while the synchronization deviation is minimally affected by variations in voltage and capacitance.At an inter-electrode spacing of 50 mm,within the voltage range of 1,500–3,000 V and capacitance range of 0.22–1.5μF,the minimum and maximum synchronization deviations of the four-point EFI were 2 ns and 11 ns,respectively.As input energy increases,the deposited energy of the EFI rises,but the overall energy utilization efficiency decreases.The computational results of the proposed model align well with the experimental data.Furthermore,higher initial resistivity in the series-connected circuit corresponds to a higher peak voltage during electrical explosion.This work elucidates the characteristics of multi-point series-connected EFI explosions,offering valuable insights for the design of multi-point EFI circuits.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12172178).
文摘In this paper,the load characteristics of shock wave,bubble pulsating water jet and cavitation closure are studied by carrying out underwater explosion experiments and numerical simulation of fixed square plates with 2.5,5 and 10 g trinitrotoluene.The results show that under the combined action of multiple loads,the impulse of bubble pulsation and water jet load plays a leading role in the process of underwater explosion,and the impulse of cavitation closure load is greater than that of shock wave.The damage to the structure cannot be ignored,and the pressure time-history curve presents a“multi-peak”state,and it is pointed out that the water jet is a concentrated load.Then,the dynamic response of the full-scale model of the ship under the combined action of multiple loads is studied,and the dynamic response of the ship under different cabin water depths and different explosion distances is discussed.The results show that when the ship is empty,the damage degree of the ship is the most serious,and the influence of cavitation effect on the half cabin is weaker than that of the empty cabin,so the damage degree is the second,and the damage degree is the smallest when the cabin is full.When the distance parameter is less than 0.68,the shock wave and the after flow play a leading role in the dynamic response of the ship.When the distance parameter is between 0.68 and 1.38,the combined action of the bubble pulsating water jet and the cavitation closure multi-load causes the main damage to the ship.When the distance parameter is greater than 1.38,the bubble pulsation and the cavitation closure load play a leading role.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52274177)Science and Technology Research Program of Chongqing Municipal Education Commission(Grant No.KJZD-K202401501)+1 种基金Chongqing Graduate Student Research Innovation Program(Grant No.CYS240800)The Science and Technology Innovation Project for Graduate Students of Chongqing University of Science and Technology(Grant No.YKJCX2420702).
文摘Urban growth has promoted the use of underground spaces,where explosion accidents can be catastrophic.In this study,we investigated the effect of placing flexible construction in front of rigid obstacles on methane explosion protection by using an experimental platform and adjusting the blockage rate and spacing of the obstacles.It aims to reduce the risk of gas explosions in urban underground spaces.The results of the study show that the flame propagation peak speed and peak overpressure are reduced with the decrease in the blocking rate of the flexible obstacle when the blocking rate of the flexible obstacle is less than or equal to the blocking rate of the rigid obstacle,with the decrease in the spacing,the better the protection effect of the methane explosion.When the blockage rate of the flexible obstacle is greater than the blockage rate of the rigid obstacle and spacing is less than the height of the flexible obstacle,rigid and flexible obstacles are connected as a whole,increasing the strength of the explosion.This study can provide a theoretical basis and scientific guidance for optimizing rigid and flexible object hybrid layouts and methane explosion protection technology in urban underground spaces.
基金the financial support from National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52378488)Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(Grant No.KYCX22_0222)。
文摘The gas explosion in residential building has always been a highly concerned problem.Explosions in homogeneous mixtures have been extensively studied.However,mixtures are often inhomogeneous in the practical scenarios due to the differences in the densities of methane and air.In order to investigate the effects of gas explosions in inhomogeneous mixtures,experimental studies involving gas leakage and explosion are conducted in a full-scale residential building to reproduce the process of gas explosion.By fitting the dimensionless buoyancy as a function of dimensionless height and dimensionless time,a distribution model of gas in large-scale spaces is established,and the mechanism of inhomogeneous distribution of methane is also be revealed.Furthermore,the stratified reconstruction method(SRM)is introduced for efficiently setting up inhomogeneous concentration fields in FLACS.The simulation results highlight that for the internal overpressure,the distribution of methane has no effect on the first overpressure peak(ΔP1),while it significantly influences the subsequent overpressure peak(ΔP2),and the maximum difference between the overpressure of homogeneous and inhomogeneous distribution is174.3%.Moreover,the initial concentration distribution also has a certain impact on the external overpressure.
基金funded by the Research on Intelligent Mining Geological Model and Ventilation Model for Extremely Thin Coal Seam in Heilongjiang Province,China(2021ZXJ02A03)the Demonstration of Intelligent Mining for Comprehensive Mining Face in Extremely Thin Coal Seam in Heilongjiang Province,China(2021ZXJ02A04)the Natural Science Foundation of Heilongjiang Province,China(LH2024E112).
文摘Coal dust explosions are severe safety accidents in coal mine production,posing significant threats to life and property.Predicting the maximum explosion pressure(Pm)of coal dust using deep learning models can effectively assess potential risks and provide a scientific basis for preventing coal dust explosions.In this study,a 20-L explosion sphere apparatus was used to test the maximum explosion pressure of coal dust under seven different particle sizes and ten mass concentrations(Cdust),resulting in a dataset of 70 experimental groups.Through Spearman correlation analysis and random forest feature selection methods,particle size(D_(10),D_(20),D_(50))and mass concentration(Cdust)were identified as critical feature parameters from the ten initial parameters of the coal dust samples.Based on this,a hybrid Long Short-Term Memory(LSTM)network model incorporating a Multi-Head Attention Mechanism and the Sparrow Search Algorithm(SSA)was proposed to predict the maximum explosion pressure of coal dust.The results demonstrate that the SSA-LSTM-Multi-Head Attention model excels in predicting the maximum explosion pressure of coal dust.The four evaluation metrics indicate that the model achieved a coefficient of determination(R^(2)),root mean square error(RMSE),mean absolute percentage error(MAPE),and mean absolute error(MAE)of 0.9841,0.0030,0.0074,and 0.0049,respectively,in the training set.In the testing set,these values were 0.9743,0.0087,0.0108,and 0.0069,respectively.Compared to artificial neural networks(ANN),random forest(RF),support vector machines(SVM),particle swarm optimized-SVM(PSO-SVM)neural networks,and the traditional single-model LSTM,the SSA-LSTM-Multi-Head Attention model demonstrated superior generalization capability and prediction accuracy.The findings of this study not only advance the application of deep learning in coal dust explosion prediction but also provide robust technical support for the prevention and risk assessment of coal dust explosions.
基金the financial support of the Shanxi Fire&Explosion-Proofing Safety Engineering and Technology Research Center,North University of China。
文摘RDX/Al mixtures are widely utilized in energetic materials,yet their hybrid dust generated during production and application poses potential explosion hazards.Moreover,the synergistic explosion mechanisms remain poorly understood,particularly at varying dust concentrations.This study systematically investigates the effects of different aluminum powder mass percentages and dust concentrations(300 g/m^(3),600 g/m^(3),900 g/m^(3))on RDX dust explosion severity,flame propagation behavior,and gaseous products.The results indicate that the maximum explosion pressure peaks at 35%RDX,65%RDX,and 80%RDX at 300 g/m^(3),600 g/m^(3),and 900 g/m^(3),respectively.Concurrently,the time for the flame to propagate to the wall(t1)reaches minimum values of 34.8 ms,25.66 ms,and 23.93 ms.The maximum rate of pressure rise is observed for pure RDX at 900 g/m^(3).Aluminum powder enhances flame propagation velocity and combustion duration,as validated by the flame propagation system.Overall,the concentrations of carbon oxides(CO+CO_(2))decrease significantly with increasing aluminum mass percentage.At 20%RDX,the concentrations decreased by 51.64%,72.31%,and 79.55%compared to pure RDX at 300 g/m^(3),600 g/m^(3),and 900 g/m^(3),respectively.Notably,N_(2)O concentration only at 300 g/m^(3)showed such a trend.It rises first and then falls at 35%RDX at 600 g/m^(3)and 900 g/m^(3).These findings elucidate the synergistic explosion mechanisms and provide critical guidelines for safe production and handling.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2024YFC3013200)the Shenzhen Peacock Plan(Grant No.QD2023006C).
文摘Submarine pipelines are critical infrastructures for offshore energy transport and communications. Understanding their structural response to near-field explosions is crucial for enhancing their blast resistance and operational safety. This study presents a computational study on the interaction between explosion-induced bubbles and a seabed-mounted pipeline. A recently developed computational framework is employed, which couples a compressible fluid solver with a finite element structural solver via a partitioned procedure. An embedded boundary method and a level-set method are employed to handle the fluid-structure and gas-liquid interfaces. Using this framework, we analyze the flow field evolution, bubble dynamics, and transient pipe deformation. Two distinct response modes are identified: periodic oscillation under low-pressure loading and downward collapse triggered by high-pressure loading and bubble jet impact. Specifically, under high-pressure conditions, the pipe initially deforms inward, generating a localized high-pressure zone within the concave region. During structural rebound, the trapped fluid is expelled upward, giving rise to a bubble jet. Further parametric studies on the pipe's internal pressure, wall thickness, and support angle reveal several key insights. A higher internal pressure delays structural collapse, and a greater pipe thickness results in more uniform implosion morphologies. The support angle strongly influences the collapse dynamics, with the shortest collapse time occurring at 60 °. These findings offer new insights for the protective design of submarine pipelines.
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partially funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52171329)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(Grant No.2024B1515020107)+1 种基金the Young Elite Scientist Sponsorship Program by CAST(Grant No.2022QNRC001)Characteristic Innovation Project of Universities in Guangdong Province(Grant No.2023KTSCX005).
文摘A multi-resolution smoothed particle hydrodynamics and peridynamics(SPH-PD)coupling model is proposed in this study for simulating the fracture characteristics of ice plates exposed to underwater blast loads.The SPH model employs a volume adaptive scheme(VAS)and a multi-resolution particle technique to accurately simulate explosive charge detonation and shock wave propagation.This approach addresses numerical challenges from charge expansion and significant size disparity between the charge and the fluid particles.The model captures the full underwater explosion process,covering both the shock wave phase and the bubble expansion stage,by applying appropriate equations of state for each respective phase.To analyze ice plate damage and crack propagation influenced by temperature changes,an ordinary state-based PD(OSB-PD)formulation with coupled mechanical and thermodynamic models is used.Numerical results show that the proposed coupling method demonstrates good agreement with reference solutions and experimental data.
基金supported by the Opening Project of Shanghai Key Laboratory of Crime Scene Evidence (2024XCWZK04)。
文摘With the acceleration of the energy transition,new synthetic routes for converting alkanes into highvalue products are emerging.However,the thermal safety of these new routes may not have been fully considered,potentially leading to dangers during the optimization of reaction conditions.This study reports,for the first time,a reactor explosion incident during the experiment of a new synthetic route for adipic acid:nitric acid oxidation of n-hexane.Differential scanning calorimetry(DSC),accelerating rate calorimetry(ARC),and corrective calculations were used to investigate the cause of the explosion.The results indicate that the polyparaphenol(PPL) liner material,which was used for the first time in the experiment,is unlikely to react with the system and cause the explosion.When the nitric acid concentration is increased from 3.7 mol·L^(-1) to 5.4 mol·L^(-1),the thermal stability of the system decreases,and the heat release surpasses the chemical explosion threshold(1000 J·g^(-1)).The maximum self-heat rate(d T/dtmax) increases by at least 7 times,and the maximum pressure rise rate(dp/dtmax)increases by at least 11 times.This led to the actual pressure in the reactor increasing from 4.96 MPa to at least 11.09 MPa,which far exceeded the rated pressure(3 MPa) and reached the rupture pressure(3.5to 4 times their rated pressure),resulting in the explosion.This study aims to provide a warning regarding the safety of new synthetic routes involving the nitric acid-organic systems,particularly the conversion of alkanes,to prevent the recurrence of similar incidents.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12172040)is acknowledged.
文摘In this paper,enhanced near-field shock wave propagation in underwater explosion is achieved by introducing a fragile air-tube under the explosive.Firstly,based on the ALE algorithm in the ANSYS/LS-DYNA software,a numerical model integrating the water,the air,the explosive,and the air-tube is developed.Comparative discussion for explosion with air-tube in the air,as well as explosion in the water without air-tube,is made to highlight the distinct energy attenuation mechanism due to the introduction of the air-tube.Then,the influence of the tube geometry,as well as evolving structural boundaries,on the explosive process is discussed exhaustively.The results indicate that the air-tube acts as a shock focusing apparatus,significantly altering explosion flow dynamics.Tube damage mode relies on tube geometrical size.Time-refreshed structural boundary affects the position the fluid flowing into the air-tube,which in turn plays an impact on the bubble pattern and energy distribution near the tube outlet.Enhanced outlet pressure is strengthened along with the decrease of the outlet radius,cross-section height ratio and tube thickness.These insights offer valuable guidance for optimizing underwater explosion and possess prospectively scientific and practical significance.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Project Approval Number:52404270)Postdoctoral Innovative Talent Support Program(BX20230427)+2 种基金Postdoctoral Surface Fund Grants(2023M743874)Research Start-up Fund of China University of Petroleum(Beijing)(2462023XKBH017)Fundamental Research Project Grant of China Academy of Safety Science and Technology(2023JBKY07)。
文摘Gas explosions are a frequent hazard in underground confined spaces in the process of urban development.Liquid sedimentary layers,commonly present in these environments,have not been sufficiently studied in terms of their impact on explosion dynamics.This study aims to investigate how gas-liquid two-phase environments in confined underground spaces affect the explosion characteristics of natural gas.To achieve this,experiments are conducted to examine the propagation of natural gas explosions in water and diesel layers,focusing on the influence of liquid properties and the liquid fullness degree(Lx)on explosion behavior.The results indicate that the presence of a liquid layer after the initial ignition stage significantly attenuates both the peak overpressure and the rise speed of pressure,in comparison to the natural gas conditions.During the subsequent explosive reaction,the evaporation and combustion of the diesel surface resulted in a distinct double-peak pressure rise profile in the diesel layer,with the second peak notably exceeding the first peak.Under conditions with a liquid sedimentary layer,the flame propagation velocities range from 6.53 to 34.1 m/s,while the overpressure peaks vary between 0.157 and 0.255 MPa.The explosion duration in both the water and diesel layer environments is approximately twice as long as that of the natural gas explosion,although the underlying mechanisms differ.In the diesel layer,the prolonged explosion time is attributed to the evaporation and combustion of the diesel,while in the water layer,the flame propagation velocity is significantly reduced.Under the experimental conditions,the maximum explosion energy reached 7.15×10~6J,corresponding to a TNT equivalent of 1.7.The peak overpressure surpassed the threshold for human fatality as defined by overpressure standards,posing a potential risk of damage to large steel-frame structures.The explosion shockwave in diesel layer conditions(L_(d)=0%,5%,7.5%,12.5%)and water layer(L_(w)=12.5%)conditions is observed to be sufficient to damage earthquake-resistant reinforced concrete.This study investigates the impact of sediment layer thickness and composition on gas explosions,and evaluates the associated explosion energy to assess human injuries and structural damage in underground environments.The findings of this study provide a scientific reference for urban underground safety.
