LNG boil-off rate estimate from tank surface heat-gain and insulation U-value - screens BOG management design.
Formula
$$ BOR = \frac{24 \dot Q \cdot 3600}{h_{fg} \cdot V \cdot \rho_L} $$Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $U$ | Tank insulation U-value | W/m²·K | GTT technical bulletin |
| $h_{fg}$ | LNG latent heat | kJ/kg | NIST |
Sources
- GTT NO96 / Mark-III.