Barley Washing and Aëration by Compressed Air

Rectal perforation by compressed air

As the use of compressed air in industrial work has increased, so has the risk of associated pneumatic injury from its improper use. However, damage of large intestine caused by compressed air is uncommon. Herein a case of pneumatic rupture of the rectum is described. The patient was admitted to the Emergency Room complaining of abdominal pain and distension. His colleague triggered a compresse...

Colon Barotrauma Caused by Compressed Air

men and anus, and was admitted to the emergency room. At admission, his blood pressure was 120/70 mmHg, pulse rate was 74/minute, respiratory rate was 20/minute, and body temperature was 36.6C. On physical examination, the abdomen was slightly distended and bowel sounds were decreased. He was examined mild to moderate direct tenderness diffused from the low abdomen, but no rebound tenderness. H...

Washing carbon out of the air.

Jo e Ze ff D es ig n The world cannot afford to dump more carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Yet it is not cutting back. All indications are that the concentration of CO2 will continue to rise for decades. Despite great support for renewable energy, developed and developing countries will probably burn more oil, coal and natural gas in the future. For transportation, the alternatives to petrol...

Compressed Air Energy Storage

Compressed Air Energy Storage