Date of Award
12-2004
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.S.
Degree Program
Engineering
Department
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Major Professor
Kura, Bhaskar
Second Advisor
Cothren, Gianna
Third Advisor
McManis, Kenneth
Abstract
Dry abrasive blasting is a surface preparation process used in shipyards for cleaning the surfaces of the metal plates to be used in various components of the ship. Commonly used abrasives include sand, steel grit, mineral abrasives, metallic abrasives, and synthetic abrasives. The basic objective of this study was to understand the environmental performance of two abrasives, Steel Grit and Specialty Sand. The project was funded by the Gulf Coast Region Maritime technology Center (GCRMTC) and USEPA. It simulated actual blasting operations conducted at shipyards under enclosed, controlled conditions on plates similar to steel plates commonly blasted at shipyards. The emissions were measured using EPA Source Test Method to quantify particulate emissions. Steel Grit was observed to be more productive, less consuming, and more environmentally friendly compared to Specialty Sand. The findings obtained in this study will be valuable in reducing costs, improving productivity, and protecting the environment.
Recommended Citation
Silvadasan, Xavier, "Environmental Performance of Steel Grit and Specialty Sand as Abrasives" (2004). University of New Orleans Theses and Dissertations. 200.
https://scholarworks.uno.edu/td/200
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