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Mechanism of Fires: Chemistry and Physical Aspects

Mechanism of Fires: Chemistry and Physical Aspects

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This textbook covers fire dynamics, including fuels, fire definitions, thermodynamics, transport processes, combustion, flames, and more, with pedagogical features and examples for students, researchers, and industry professionals.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 235 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG


This comprehensive textbook on fire dynamics delves into the intricate world of fuels involved in fires, offering a detailed description of their properties, definitions, and thermodynamic considerations. It covers essential topics such as fire thermodynamics, transport processes, combustion fundamentals, and the physical characteristics of premixed and non-premixed flames. The book provides a thorough analysis of fires from solid and liquid fuels, encompassing ignition, spread, burning rates, and the physical aspects of fire plumes, compartment fires, and dust fires. Additionally, it delves into fundamental aspects related to the evaporation of liquid fuels and pyrolysis of solid fuels, explained through simplified mathematical expressions.

The textbook incorporates pedagogical features, including worked examples and end-of-chapter review questions, to aid in understanding and applying the mathematical calculations involved in fire analysis. Its content is valuable not only to students but also to researchers and industry professionals seeking a deeper understanding of fire dynamics and its applications. By presenting a wealth of information and practical insights, this book serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in the field of fire science and safety.

Weight: 391g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030755003
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022

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