Attention Canadian Forumites--Gas Tanks

[norske]

About 12 years ago I saw a TV show in the USA demonstrating a gasoline tank made in good old Canada that would not blow up---it was filled with a honey comb
--material unknown---but this honey comb prevented an empty tank full of fumes from blowing even with a blow torch on it. Anyone out there know what I am talking about? I would like to buy one if they are still available. A cool tank http://media5.hypernet.com/~dick/ubb/cool.gif

[norske]

About 12 years ago I saw a TV show in the USA demonstrating a gasoline tank made in good old Canada that would not blow up---it was filled with a honey comb
--material unknown---but this honey comb prevented an empty tank full of fumes from blowing even with a blow torch on it. Anyone out there know what I am talking about? I would like to buy one if they are still available. A cool tank http://media5.hypernet.com/~dick/ubb/cool.gif

[norske]

About 12 years ago I saw a TV show in the USA demonstrating a gasoline tank made in good old Canada that would not blow up---it was filled with a honey comb
--material unknown---but this honey comb prevented an empty tank full of fumes from blowing even with a blow torch on it. Anyone out there know what I am talking about? I would like to buy one if they are still available. A cool tank http://media5.hypernet.com/~dick/ubb/cool.gif

[NormMessinger]

I think I know what you are talking about. It had potential for aircraft tanks as well. I saw a movie of a test the Federal Aviation Administration did with an airliner so equipped. Fantastic ball of fire. Oh, well. Back to the drawing boards.

Perhaps www.aircraftspruce.com (http://www.aircraftspruce.com) still carries the stuff.

--Norm

[NormMessinger]

I think I know what you are talking about. It had potential for aircraft tanks as well. I saw a movie of a test the Federal Aviation Administration did with an airliner so equipped. Fantastic ball of fire. Oh, well. Back to the drawing boards.

Perhaps www.aircraftspruce.com (http://www.aircraftspruce.com) still carries the stuff.

--Norm

[NormMessinger]

I think I know what you are talking about. It had potential for aircraft tanks as well. I saw a movie of a test the Federal Aviation Administration did with an airliner so equipped. Fantastic ball of fire. Oh, well. Back to the drawing boards.

Perhaps www.aircraftspruce.com (http://www.aircraftspruce.com) still carries the stuff.

--Norm

[ken mcclure]

Norm's right...the tank when ruptured still exploded. You may want to look at manufacturers who make the bladders that they put into racing car tanks.

[ken mcclure]

Norm's right...the tank when ruptured still exploded. You may want to look at manufacturers who make the bladders that they put into racing car tanks.

[ken mcclure]

Norm's right...the tank when ruptured still exploded. You may want to look at manufacturers who make the bladders that they put into racing car tanks.

[gashmore]

No, the FAA test that blew up was a fuel addative that was supposed to keep the kerosene from atomizing on impact. Obviously, it didn't work.

What Norske is talking about is a sectionalized tank where the small chambers limit the ability of the fuel vapors mixing with air. I have seen it out at the AFB but never knew of a civilian gas tank made with it.

[gashmore]

No, the FAA test that blew up was a fuel addative that was supposed to keep the kerosene from atomizing on impact. Obviously, it didn't work.

What Norske is talking about is a sectionalized tank where the small chambers limit the ability of the fuel vapors mixing with air. I have seen it out at the AFB but never knew of a civilian gas tank made with it.

[gashmore]

No, the FAA test that blew up was a fuel addative that was supposed to keep the kerosene from atomizing on impact. Obviously, it didn't work.

What Norske is talking about is a sectionalized tank where the small chambers limit the ability of the fuel vapors mixing with air. I have seen it out at the AFB but never knew of a civilian gas tank made with it.

[reddog]

Check out Formula 1 car racing.I may be wrong but I think they use a honeycomb tank to prevent spills and explosions in crashes.

[reddog]

Check out Formula 1 car racing.I may be wrong but I think they use a honeycomb tank to prevent spills and explosions in crashes.

[reddog]

Check out Formula 1 car racing.I may be wrong but I think they use a honeycomb tank to prevent spills and explosions in crashes.

[TomRobb]

I thought the honeycombed fuel cells were to prevent sloshing which upsets the car's balance. Rather like a shifting load can ruin your whole day. Is there any evidence that it prevents fire or explosions? There have been self sealing cell liners that seal bullet holes for decades, but I'd hope that bullet holes aren't a common problem for most civilian boats

[TomRobb]

I thought the honeycombed fuel cells were to prevent sloshing which upsets the car's balance. Rather like a shifting load can ruin your whole day. Is there any evidence that it prevents fire or explosions? There have been self sealing cell liners that seal bullet holes for decades, but I'd hope that bullet holes aren't a common problem for most civilian boats

[TomRobb]

I thought the honeycombed fuel cells were to prevent sloshing which upsets the car's balance. Rather like a shifting load can ruin your whole day. Is there any evidence that it prevents fire or explosions? There have been self sealing cell liners that seal bullet holes for decades, but I'd hope that bullet holes aren't a common problem for most civilian boats

[norske]

Mr. Gashmore knows what I am talking about. The honey comb cells are small---maybe 2"x2"x tank length.I want one for my boat not my Formula car, so I am not concerned about puncture and sealant capability---"she" only moves along at 12 knots.I am always concerned about blowing the empty tank and me
http://media5.hypernet.com/~dick/ubb/eek.gifwhile refueling--though everything is well grounded for static spark.

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[norske]

Mr. Gashmore knows what I am talking about. The honey comb cells are small---maybe 2"x2"x tank length.I want one for my boat not my Formula car, so I am not concerned about puncture and sealant capability---"she" only moves along at 12 knots.I am always concerned about blowing the empty tank and me
http://media5.hypernet.com/~dick/ubb/eek.gifwhile refueling--though everything is well grounded for static spark.

[This message has been edited by norske (edited 05-09-2001).]

[This message has been edited by norske (edited 05-09-2001).]

[norske]

Mr. Gashmore knows what I am talking about. The honey comb cells are small---maybe 2"x2"x tank length.I want one for my boat not my Formula car, so I am not concerned about puncture and sealant capability---"she" only moves along at 12 knots.I am always concerned about blowing the empty tank and me
http://media5.hypernet.com/~dick/ubb/eek.gifwhile refueling--though everything is well grounded for static spark.

[This message has been edited by norske (edited 05-09-2001).]

[This message has been edited by norske (edited 05-09-2001).]