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Cargo Tank Venting - Velocity Check

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Check cargo-tank venting outlet velocity - SOLAS II-2 Reg. 11.6 requires ≥ 30 m/s from P/V outlet to disperse vapour.

Formula

$$ v = Q / A \geq 30,m/s $$

Symbol legend

SymbolMeaningUnitSource
$Q$Venting flow ratem³/sloading rate
$A$Outlet cross-sectionventing design

Sources

  • SOLAS II-2 Reg. 11.6.