Proceedings of the International Conference on Recent Advances in Materials, Processes and Technology for Sustainability (RAMPTS 2025)
Session: Health, Safety, and Environmental Engineering
8 articles
Proceedings Article
Assessment of Safety Margin for HAZMAT Transportation
Adarsh S. Mohan, A. Fazil
Road transport in India faces significant challenges with hazardous materials (hazmat) transportation, particularly in densely populated urban areas like Kochi, Kerala. This study addresses the critical need for establishing safety and survival margins during potential chemical transportation accidents....
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Minimizing Dust Explosion in Chemical Looping Combustion Process Using an Engineered Oxygen Carrier
S. R. Archana, N. Anu
Chemical Looping Combustion (CLC) is a next-generation combustion technology that offers inherent CO2 capture and high thermal efficiency. Despite its advantages, the risk of dust explosions caused by the mechanical degradation of oxygen carriers presents a major challenge in industrial-scale applications....
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Barrier Definition and Management of Ammonia Storage Facility
Avin K. Thomas, Mercy Anna Philip, Nandakishore Varma
Safety barriers are essential for ensuring the safe operation of chemical plants. A strong understanding of relevant literature and concepts is crucial for their effective design and management. Hazard Identification (HAZID) serves as an initial step in risk assessment by identifying potential hazards....
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AI-Enabled PPE Surveillance System to Enhance Safety Standards in Shipyards
K. N. Ajeesh, Remya Radhakrishnan
Deep learning algorithm YOLOv8 is used for monitoring compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements in a large shipyard. The system aims to check for mandatory PPEs in dangerous tasks such as welding, handling chemicals, electrical maintenance, confined space work, and working at heights....
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Risk Assessment and Mitigation Measures in Chemical Process Industry Using FTA, FAHP & ALOHA
S. Angitha, A. R. Soman
An accidental release of hazardous chemicals may occur in process industries during production, storage, or transportation. Consequence assessment estimates the potential impacts of such releases, determining threat zones and their adverse effects on humans and the environment. It serves as a crucial...
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Lithium-Ion Battery Safety: Hazards, Mechanisms, and Mitigation Strategies
Vibhor Mishra, M. K. Loganathan, Ajit Kumar Verma, C. M. Tan, Gabrial Anandarajah, Madhuryya Deka, Vangara Chandra Surya Teja, J. Joshua Chellson Thomas
Safety analysis of Li+ batteries is crucial to ensure the reliable and secure operation of EVs. Lithium batteries serve as a significant source of power for transportation systems, but they are prone to various hazardous failures when used in EVs. Improper usage, exceeding the defined operational limits,...
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Mapping Fault Tree Analysis to Artificial Neural Networks and Implementing in Google Colab
N. Divya, A. M. Manilal
Quantitative risk assessment is an inevitable element in process safety analysis. Nowadays, huge volumes of data related to process safety is being generated. Traditional tools like Fault tree analysis cannot handle such complex data. This leads to the requirement of advanced technologies that address...
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Hazop and Hazid Analysis of Ammonia Barge Leaks
Jerin Abraham, K. S. Padmavathy, P. V. Haseena, R. Ranjana
The transportation of hazardous materials like ammonia via barge requires stringent health, safety, and environmental management due to the inherent risks involved. Ammonia is a toxic and flammable substance, and its handling demands meticulous risk assessment and robust control measures to prevent potential...