Sand barrier effect on n-heptane continuous spill fires: an investigation based on fuel evaporation analysis

Key Points

• The barrier effect significantly reduces n-heptane spill fire intensity and spread, highlighting efficient fire control strategies.
• Analysis reveals a notable decrease in evaporation rate, with sand barriers improving safety during spills.
• Experimental investigation focused on thermal analysis of evaporation in controlled n-heptane fire spills.
• These findings may enable improved environmental safety measures at fuel spill sites.