If you’ve ever traveled on the road behind a tanker, you’ve likely noticed a metal chain hanging down its back, brushing the pavement. At first glance it may look like a forgotten object or even a loose part of the vehicle, but in reality it is a fundamental safety device whose function is to prevent accidents of large proportions during the transport of flammable substances.
Static Electricity: A Silent Hazard in Fuel Transport
When a tanker truck travels down the road, the liquid inside it is constantly agitated and the dry air inside the tank brushes against the metal walls.
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