# Tank Venting Requirements AI Agent Connect

> Calculates API 2000 compliant venting requirements for atmospheric storage tanks.

## Overview
- **Category:** engineering
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_kpHhXPkLf0nlcCcDgtA4dAiTUpvIyglS1WbSXzmu/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** api-2000, tank-safety, venting, atmospheric-tanks, industrial-engineering

## Description

This MCP server provides specialized engineering calculations for atmospheric storage tank safety. It follows the API 2000 standard to determine necessary venting capacities to prevent structural failure. Users can calculate operational breathing rates using `get_breathing_requirements`, determine thermal expansion needs with `get_thermal_venting_capacity`, and assess safety margins for fire scenarios via `get_emergency_venting_needs`. The `get_vent_system_summary` tool consolidates these values into a final recommended vent area, ensuring tanks handle liquid movement, temperature fluctuations, and emergency events safely.

## Tools

### get_vent_system_summary
Consolidates all requirements into a final recommendation for vent sizing

### get_breathing_requirements
Calculates the air flow requirements for normal operational breathing (inbreathing and outbreathing)

### get_emergency_venting_needs
Determines the capacity required to prevent tank failure during an emergency scenario like an external fire

### get_thermal_venting_capacity
Calculates the air volume needed to account for temperature-induced pressure changes in the vapor space

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
Calculate the breathing requirements for a tank with a 10m diameter, 15m height, and a liquid flow rate of 50 m3/h while it is being filled.
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**Response:** 
```
The required outbreathing rate is 55.2 m3/h and the inbreathing rate is 48.5 m3/h.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
What is the emergency venting capacity needed for a tank 12m in diameter and 20m high if the liquid is flammable?
```

**Response:** 
```
The required emergency venting capacity is 1250 m3/h.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Calculate thermal venting for a 500 m3 tank with a temperature change of 20 degrees.
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**Response:** 
```
The thermal inbreathing requirement is 12.4 m3/h and the thermal outbreathing requirement is 12.4 m3/h.
```

## Frequently Asked Questions

**What standard does this server follow?**
All calculations are based on the API 2000 standard for venting atmospheric and low-pressure storage tanks.

**How do I get a final recommendation for my vent size?**
You can use the `get_vent_system_summary` tool after calculating the breathing, thermal, and emergency rates to receive a consolidated recommendation.

**Does this account for temperature changes?**
Yes, the `get_thermal_venting_capacity` tool specifically calculates the air volume required to compensate for thermal expansion and contraction.