Effects of Liquid Sloshing in Storage Tanks: An Overview of Analytical, Numerical and Experimental Studies

Abstract

Liquid storage tanks are essential components widely used across various industrial sectors. In addition to the internal liquid pressure and weight, these tanks are influenced by several external factors, such as wind, seismic activity, and temperature. The sloshing problem, which arises from the combined or individual effects of these external factors, presents a significant challenge for liquid storage tanks. This study aims to investigate sloshing phenomena by focusing on prominent studies in the literature. In the initial sections of the study, sloshing behaviour and key parameters are briefly introduced, followed by a discussion of the methods related to the modelling of sloshing. Subsequently, literature studies focusing on cylindrical and rectangular upright tanks related to sloshing are compiled under the headings of analytical, numerical, and experimental research. In the section presenting the experimental studies, works related to mitigation of sloshing effects are examined as a separate topic. As a result of the review conducted, topics that have received significant attention in the literature and other areas suitable for new research have been discussed.