- Author
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Peacock, R. D.
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Breese, J. N.
- Title
- Computer Fire Modeling for the Prediction of Flashover.
- Coporate
- National Bureau of Standards, Gaithersburg, MD
- Sponsor
- Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC
- Report
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NBSIR 82-2516,
May 1982,
88 p.
- Distribution
- Available from National Technical Information Service
- Keywords
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compartment fires
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computers
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fire growth
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flashover
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mathematical models
- Abstract
- This study present an initial look at the potential for the use of fire growth models. A technique is presented, based upon numerous fire growth predictions, to estimate the minimum energy required to produce temperature levels capable of promoting flashover in a variety of room configurations. The parameters investigated included room size, room ventilation, ceiling height and room lining material. A comparison is presented of the predictions made with available full-scale fire test data and with other predications. The technique, although needing refinement, shows promise to estimate flashover potential.