Introduction to Fire Hazard Modeling.
Introduction to Fire Hazard Modeling.
(4328 K)
Bukowski, R. W.
NBSIR 86-3349; 102 p. March 1986.
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Keywords:
computer models; equations; fire models; hazard
assessment; toxicity
Abstract:
An overview of the development and current capabilities
of predictive methods for fire hazard analysis is
provided. This includes a range of methods from simple,
algebraic equations to complex, computer simulation
models. In each case the form, major simplifying
assumptions, calculated parameters, and limitations will
be discussed. The specific application of these
predictive methods to hazard analysis, and the
availability of the data resources necessary to conduct
a hazard analysis is described. Information on the use
of a anumber of available models, with particular
emphasis on those which can be used on desk-top
computers, is provided. A discussion of the predictive
accuracy of selected models is included. Some examples
of hazard analyses using these methods are presented.
This report is an overview of the author`s previous
publications on the subject.
