Tools to Improve Models for Design and Assessment of Soil Vapor Extraction Systems

Tools to Improve Models for Design and Assessment of Soil Vapor Extraction Systems
Author: JD. Gallinatti
Publisher:
Total Pages: 18
Release: 1996
Genre: Groundwater flow
ISBN:

Although soil vapor extraction (SVE) is well established as an effective method of removing volatile organic compounds from soil, the spatial extent of extraction influence is often poorly understood. Typically, the limit of a detectable vacuum response in vadose monitoring wells is used to define radius of influence without regard for the pneumatic conductivity, vacuum measurement limitations, or barometric pressure effects. Vapor flow conditions are often assumed to be confined, but even beneath surface pavement or clay layers, vertical leakance of air is usually a dominant influence.

Development of a Mathematical Model for Design of Multiple-Well Soil Vapor Extraction Systems

Development of a Mathematical Model for Design of Multiple-Well Soil Vapor Extraction Systems
Author: H-T Hsu
Publisher:
Total Pages: 15
Release: 1996
Genre: Environmental health
ISBN:

Soil vapor extraction (SVE) is a proven tecnnology that can remove volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the subsurface effectively if the conditions are favorable. However, most systems are designed by empirical methods or engineering judgement based on results of pilot tests. An attempt is made to develop a mathematical model for the technology so that optimal operating parameters can be obtained. The pressure distributions induced by multiple-well extractions are obtained by superimposing an existing analytical solution. Concentrations of VOCs as a function of time and space are obtained by numerical simulation of the migration and fate of VOC. The effectiveness of SVE systems using different operating parameters is evaluated on the basis of the quantity of contaminant removed. The developed mathematical model provides the necessary engineering design tools to evaluate different operation scenarios.

Engineering and Design

Engineering and Design
Author: Us Army Corps Of Engineers
Publisher: Military Bookshop
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2002-06-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781780397702

This manual provides practical guidance for the design and operation of soil vapor extraction (SVE) and bioventing (BV) systems. It is intended for use by engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists, and soil scientists, chemists, project managers, and others who possess a technical education and some design experience but only the broadest familiarity with SVE or BV systems.

Soil Vapor Extraction Using Radio Frequency Heating

Soil Vapor Extraction Using Radio Frequency Heating
Author: Donald F. Lowe
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 361
Release: 2023-05-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000945715

One of the most widely used techniques for treating soils contaminated with volatile organic compounds, soil vapor extraction (SVE) can also be applied to semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOCs) if the soil is heated, by applying electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (FR) range, to increase the vapor pressure of the contaminants. Although RF-SVE systems used in previous field demonstrations have had varying degrees of success, questions remain concerning its viability and cost-effectiveness. Soil Vapor Extraction Using Radio Frequency Heating: Resource Manual and Technology Demonstration covers detailed scientific and engineering information that answers these questions. The book includes the necessary databases, equations, and example calculations for RF heating. The theoretical and practical information included will facilitate future testing of RF-SVE treatment of soils. Additionally, the book provides information for a full-scale engineering design of potential RF-SVE applications. The authors use this information to examine predicted performance, magnitude of costs, and modifications to the design that may decrease cost. Soil Vapor Extraction Using Radio Frequency Heating: Resource Manual and Technology Demonstration gives an economic analysis of this innovative technology and considers other possible applications for it. Features

Analysis of Selected Enhancements for Soil Vapor Extraction

Analysis of Selected Enhancements for Soil Vapor Extraction
Author:
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 246
Release: 1997
Genre: Soil pollution
ISBN: 1428903607

This report provides an engineering analysis of, and status report on, selected enhancements for soil vapor extraction (SVE) treatment technologies. The report is intended to assist project managers considering an SVE treatment system by providing them with an up-to-date status of enhancement technologies; an evaluation of each technology's applicability to various site conditions; a presentation of cost and performance information; a list of vendors specializing in the technologies; a discussion of relative strengths and limitations of the technologies; recommendations to keep in mind when considering the enhancements; and a compilation of references. The performance of an SVE system depends on properties of both the contaminants and the soil. SVE is generally applicable to compounds with a vapor pressure of greater than 1 millimeter of mercury at 20EC and a Henry s Law constant of greater than 100 atmospheres per mole fraction. SVE is most effective at sites with relatively permeable contaminated soil and with saturated hydraulic conductivities of greater than 1 x 10 or 1 x 10 centimeter per second (cm/s). SVE by itself does not effectively remove contaminants -3 -2 in saturated soil. However, SVE can be used as an integral part of some treatment schemes that treat both groundwater and the overlying vadose zone. Enhancement technologies should be considered when contaminant or soil characteristics limit the effectiveness of SVE or when contaminants are present in saturated soil. The five enhancement technologies covered in this report are as follows and are described in the following subsections: * Air Sparging * Dual-phase Extraction * Directional Drilling * Pneumatic and Hydraulic Fracturing * Thermal Enhancement.