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BLEVE is an acronym for Boiling Liquid Evaporating Vapor Explosion. Usually this is regarding LPG or Liquid Propane Gas.

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What does the BLEVE acronym mean?

BLEVE stands for "Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion" which results from the rupturing of a vessel containing a pressurized liquid above it's boiling point.


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What are the main hazards from a BLEVE?

A Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion (BLEVE) poses several hazards, primarily due to the explosive release of pressurized liquid and gas. When a pressurized vessel fails, it can result in a violent explosion that generates a fireball, shrapnel, and toxic vapors, significantly endangering nearby personnel and infrastructure. Furthermore, the rapid expansion of vapor can create a blast wave, potentially leading to secondary explosions or fires. The combination of these effects makes BLEVE incidents particularly catastrophic in industrial settings.


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What is a BLEVE explosion?

"BLEVE" is an acronym for "Boiling Liquid Evaporating Vapor Explosion" and involves a situation where a liquid in a container -- often a compressed liquid such are propane -- suddenly fails, resulting in a rapid expansion of the liquid into a vapor, releasing energy that is capable of hurtling parts of the tank or other nearby objects for considerable distances. If an ignition source is present and the vapor is flammable, a sudden deflagration (fire) or explosion may occur, further increasing the energy of the sudden vapor release, and causing the creation of a fireball that releases a sudden burst of radiant (heat) energy. The largest documented BLEVE explosions (usually involving propane or similar substances) have resulted in numerous deaths, some at great distances from the initial explosion (hundreds of feet or more) from either propulsion of debris, exposure to radiant heat, or a combination of both. There is a Wikipedia article with the title "BLEVE."


How does boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion relate to the use of spherical storage tanks?

A Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion (BLEVE) occurs when a pressurized liquid is heated and vaporizes rapidly, leading to a violent explosion if the containment fails. Spherical storage tanks are often used to minimize the risk of BLEVE because their shape allows for uniform distribution of stress and pressure, enhancing structural integrity. Additionally, their design minimizes the surface area exposed to heat, which can help delay the onset of a BLEVE. Properly designed and maintained spherical tanks also facilitate safer storage of volatile liquids, reducing the likelihood of catastrophic failures.