Burning Velocity or Flame Velocity

Oil & Gas Drilling Glossary - IADCLexicon.org

Glossary

Browse the IADC Lexicon alphabetically or by category. Get comprehensive definitions of drilling industry terms.

FAQ

Need help using the IADC Lexicon? The FAQ section will answer most of your questions, and you can also submit questions directly.

Contribute

Become a Lexicon Contributor. Simply fill out the form, then submit new terms for approval and/or edit existing terms.

Definition(s)

Burning Velocity or Flame Velocity

Speed at which a flame front travels into an unburned combustible mixture.

Source: API STD 521, Pressure-relieving and Depressuring Systems, Fifth Edition, January 2007 (Addendum May 2008). Global Standards

Comments are closed.