An introduction to fire dynamics /

"A new edition of the leading introduction to the science of fire phenomena, complete with the latest research, data and additional problemsThis book is unique in that it identifies fire science and fire dynamics and provides the scientific background necessary to the development of fire safety...

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Main Author: Drysdale, Dougal
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley, ©2011.
Edition:3rd ed.
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Online Access:CONNECT
Table of Contents:
  • Front Matter
  • Fire Science and Combustion
  • Heat Transfer
  • Limits of Flammability and Premixed Flames
  • Diffusion Flames and Fire Plumes
  • Steady Burning of Liquids and Solids
  • Ignition: The Initiation of Flaming Combustion
  • Spread of Flame
  • Spontaneous Ignition within Solids and Smouldering Combustion
  • The Pre-Flashover Compartment Fire
  • The Post-Flashover Compartment Fire
  • Smoke: Its Formation, Composition and Movement
  • References
  • Answers to Selected Problems
  • Author Index
  • Subject Index.