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Understanding Explosions
Contributor(s): Crowl, Daniel A. (Author)
ISBN: 081690779X     ISBN-13: 9780816907793
Publisher: Wiley-Aiche
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Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: July 2003
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Annotation: 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.
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    Additional Information
    BISAC Categories:
    - Technology & Engineering | Chemical & Biochemical
    - Technology & Engineering | Industrial Health & Safety
    Dewey: 660.280
    LCCN: 2003004849
    Series: Ccps Concept Book
    Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.16" W x 9.3" (1.05 lbs) 228 pages
     
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    Publisher Description:
    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.