DIFFUSION BURNING OF LIQUIDS

Abstract

In the last 15 years a considerable amount of experimental and some theoretical information on the combustion of liquids in tanks has accumulated; but has not been widely published. Part I of the book is concerned with the flammability and ignition of liquids and the properties of mixtures of liquids. Part II is devoted to the burning of liquids. Problems investigated include those connected with the shape and dimensions of flames, pulsations, temperature, radiation and various combustion regimes. Changes in the composition of liquids during combustion, measurements of burnup rates, temperature distribution in burning liquids, and reasons for the appearance and development of a hot homothermic layer in burning gasoline, petroleum and certain other liquids are discussed. The problem of the ejection of a burning liquid during combustion and the serious consequences that may ensue are considered. Part III is concerned with the mechanism of extinguishing flames from liquids in tanks by means of foam, sprays of water and other methods.