| Insulation Solution | Unit | Silicate compound | Aerogel blanket |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pipeline diameter | mm | 114 | 114 |
| Interior liquid temperature | ℃ | 328 | 328 |
| Ambient temperature | ℃ | 32 | 32 |
| Wind speed | m/s | 1 | 1 |
| Thermal conductivity of insulation material | W/(m*K) | 0.049 | 0.020 |
| Thickness for insulation | mm | 100 | 30 |
| Heat dissipation area | ㎡ | 0.986 | 0.546 |
| Surface temperature of insulation | ℃ | 46 | 42.8 |
| Heat loss after insulation | W/m | 256.8 | 109.7 |
| Energy conservation rate | 57.2% | ||
| Plus and minus | Cracks, collapse and heat leakage from gaps happen, uneven insulation structure | Even insulation structure, no heat leakage from gaps |
After replacement of aerogel blanket, heat loss is decreased by 57.2%, overall structure of the pipelines is stronger than before
