Taylor and Francis Janssens, M: Introduction to Mathematical Fire Modeling

Computer simulation or modeling is a valuable and proven tool for analysis and prediction of compartment fires. It provides answers to key questions related to prevention, investigation, and reconstruction of compartment fires involving many different conditions. This book and software package gives fire safety professionals a detailed introduction to computer-aided mathematical modeling and the software for analysis and prediction of a variety of compartment fire scenarios. It is the first book devoted exclusively to deterministic computer modeling of compartment fires and the to apply current ASTM guidelines to document and evaluate deterministic fire models. The text includes detailed information on the use of the software, as well as a review of the scientific fundamentals of fire engineering and numerical mathematics.