Prevention of Hazards Induced by a Radiation Fireball through Computational Geometry and Parametric Design

Radiation fireballs are singular phenomena which involve severe thermal radiation and, consequently, they need to be duly assessed and prevented. Although the radiative heat transfer produced by a sphere is relatively well known, shadowing measures implemented control fireball’s devastating effects have frequently posed difficult analytical instance, mainly due its specific configuration. The objective of this article develop parametric algorithm that provides exact configuration factors for most general case in fireball located at any distance height above ground, partially hidden protective wall over an affected area different positions with respect said fireball. To aim we use methods based on Computational Geometry Algorithm-Aided Design; tools that, departing from projected solid-angle principle, provide factors, all cases, even if do not present definite solution. This implies dealing spatially curved sources had been addressed formerly literature their mathematical difficulties. Adequate application method may improve safety significant number facilities reduce casualties among persons exposed such risks. As similar problem appears volcanic explosions; hope further extensions can adapted issue advantage.