9781390321333 - fire performance of wire and cable: reaction-to-fire tests: a critical review of the existing methods and of new concepts (classic reprint) di babrauskas, vytenis (1 risultati)
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a critical literature review of wire and cable testing methods employed for reaction-to-fire tests. The author, a renowned expert in fire protection engineering, meticulously examines standard test methods, bench-scale studies, and real-scale projects to provide a c…omprehensive analysis of the evolution of these testing methodologies. The book delves into the historical context and scientific basis of various test methods, exploring their strengths and shortcomings in assessing the fire performance of wire and cables. It critically evaluates the effectiveness of traditional flame spread and ignitability tests, shedding light on the limitations of these approaches. The author emphasizes the importance of heat release rate (HRR) measurements in modern fire hazard analysis and discusses emerging techniques such as scenario-based modeling for predicting fire hazards. This book offers valuable insights into the ongoing shift from pass/fail testing to more sophisticated engineering-based methods for assessing fire safety. It highlights the need for a holistic approach that considers the entire context of wire and cable end use, leading to more accurate and reliable fire performance evaluations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
