2025 Spring Meeting and 21st Global Congress on Process Safety

(180b) Desenvolvimento Do Software "Blastimpact Sim" Para Simulação De Explosões e Seus Impactos

The BlastImpact Sim is an innovative tool designed for Vulnerability Analyses in industrial scenarios. Based on the widely recognized TNO Multi-Energy model, the software provides robust and conservative assessments of Vapor Cloud Explosions (VCE) while maintaining practicality and accuracy.

A standout feature of the tool is its real-time map visualization, which enables users to analyze the spatial reach of explosion impacts in a clear and intuitive manner. This feature enhances communication of results and facilitates strategic decision-making by offering a detailed view of critical zones.

Key Benefits and Features:

  1. Real-Time Simulation and Map Visualization:
    The map functionality allows users to view, in real time, the spatial extent of explosion impacts, identifying critical zones and supporting the planning of preventive or emergency actions. This provides clarity and actionable insights for safety teams and stakeholders.

  2. Accuracy and Conservatism:
    Using the TNO Multi-Energy model, the tool delivers worst-case scenario predictions with precision, accounting for obstacles, turbulence, and the potential for multiple explosion centers within a single vapor cloud.

  3. Efficiency and Productivity:
    The BlastImpact Sim dramatically reduces the time required for analyses compared to traditional methods or CFD simulations, enabling PSM teams to focus on practical and effective risk mitigation measures.

  4. Informed Decision-Making:
    The combination of detailed analysis and spatial visualization ensures faster and more reliable decision-making, safeguarding people, assets, and the environment.

Practical Impact and Use Cases:
The BlastImpact Sim is ideal for:

  • Safety assessments during new project planning.
  • Impact studies and risk analyses in existing facilities.
  • Emergency planning, including evacuation zone identification and critical area assessment.

Conclusion:
By integrating the technical robustness of the TNO Multi-Energy model with an intuitive interface and innovative visual tools, the BlastImpact Sim sets a new standard for digital transformation in process safety. Its ability to deliver reliable simulations and real-time mapping enhances productivity and safety, making it an indispensable tool for vulnerability analyses in industrial environments.