Static Electricity: Understanding, Controlling, Applying
By Günter Lüttgens (Author)
1st Edition | English Language | Published by Wiley-VCH | Dimensions: 6.9 x 0.8 x 9.8 inches | ISBN-10: 3527341285 | ISBN-13: 978-3527341283 | December 11, 2017
Print Length: 312 pages
This invaluable book offers a practitioner’s perspective on static electricity, providing insights into both its dangers and benefits in industrial settings. Written by world-renowned experts with extensive research and consultancy experience, the text covers fundamental topics such as fires and explosions, electricity-induced ignition, and the origins of static electricity in various industries.
The first chapter reviews the basics of fire and explosion hazards, focusing on electricity-related incidents. Subsequent chapters delve into the generation of static electricity in industrial environments, including flowing gases and the transport of disperse systems. A significant portion of the book addresses measurement techniques for static electricity, methods to eliminate unwanted charges, and hazard prevention strategies under different conditions.
The latter sections explore practical applications in chemical and mechanical engineering, showcasing real-life case studies that illustrate key concepts. These examples enhance understanding on how to control and effectively apply static electricity, ultimately reducing material damages and increasing occupational safety.
Additional insights are provided through movie sequences available on the dedicated website, demonstrating static electricity phenomena in action.