Dust Explosions : Course, Prevention, Protection

The author summarizes todays knowledge of the cause and consequences of dust explosions which were the main focus of his professional life. The presence of explosible dust/air mixtures does not generally represent a risk of an explosion although all organic and metallic dusts are explosible. The author develops test-methods for explosion hazards associated with dust and constructive methods to prevent dust explosions. The book is written for practical use. The reader learns to recognise the hazard of a dust explosion and the effectiveness of safety measures. The book is richly illustrated and demonstrates the correct use of the empirical theories. Front Matter....Pages I-X Introduction....Pages 1-1 Historical Review....Pages 2-23 Dust as a Dispersed Substance....Pages 24-26 Material Safety Specifications....Pages 27-124 Protective Measures Against the Occurrence and Effects of Dust Explosions....Pages 125-245 Concluding Remarks....Pages 246-246 Acknowledgements....Pages 247-247 Appendix....Pages 248-253 References....Pages 254-259 Back Matter....Pages 260-270