Physical Explosions: LNG Rapid Phase Transitions (RPT)
July 9th, 2010 | by Dr. Saraf |
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LNG spilled onto water sometime undergoes a rapid phase transition (RPT) or physical explosion creating localized overpressures.
Such physical explosions are also observed when water contacts molten metal or hot lava (steam explosions).
RPT is a result of near spontaneous generation of vapor as the cold LNG is vaporized from heat gained from the underlying spill surface. Take a look at this LNG RPT video.
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