LNG risk based safety : modeling and consequence analysis

LNG risk based safety : modeling and consequence analysis /

"Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is the only viable way to extract and transport natural gas from areas not serviceable by a pipeline, but it also poses safety risks. This book examines the safety concerns regarding LNG, and examines the debate between its advocates and its opponents. The text cons...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Woodward, John Lowell
Other Authors: Pitblado, Robin
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: [New York] : Hoboken, N.J. : AIChE ; Wiley, ?2010.
Subjects:
Liquefied natural gas > Safety measures.
Flammable gases > Accidents > Risk assessment.
Flammable liquids > Accidents > Risk assessment.
Chemicals > Fires and fire prevention.
Chemical plants > Accidents > Simulation methods.
Online Access:Full text (Wentworth users only)
Table of Contents:
  • Frontmatter
  • LNG Properties and Overview of Hazards
  • LNG Incidents and Marine History
  • Current LNG Carriers
  • Risk Analysis and Risk Reduction
  • LNG Discharge on Water
  • Risk Analysis for Onshore Terminals and Transport
  • LNG Pool Modeling
  • Vapor Cloud Dispersion Modeling
  • LNG Pool Fire Modeling
  • Other LNG Hazards
  • Fire Effects
  • Research Needs
  • References
  • Index.

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