Fire Dynamics Simulator
View article: On the appropriateness of Fire Dynamics Simulator for the road tunnel smoke control problem
On the appropriateness of Fire Dynamics Simulator for the road tunnel smoke control problem Open
NIST have made publicly available [1], [2], [3] Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) simulations of the Memorial Tunnel tests [4], [5]. Those FDS results can be analysed to extract a critical velocity value. That is done here, with comparison to …
View article: Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Cedar Façade Flame Spread With Respect to Sidewall
Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Cedar Façade Flame Spread With Respect to Sidewall Open
In response to growing energy conservation and carbon neutrality efforts, façade systems incorporating wooden materials have attracted increasing attention, which in turn raises concerns about their combustibility. This study presents a co…
View article: The effects of different turbulence models on the fire plume characteristics of train fires in tunnels
The effects of different turbulence models on the fire plume characteristics of train fires in tunnels Open
To investigate the effects of different turbulence models on the fire plume characteristics of train fires in tunnels, we employed five turbulence models: (i) one single-equation model Spalart–Allmaras (S–A); (ii) four two-equation models:…
View article: "Vegetation restoration prediction model"
"Vegetation restoration prediction model" Open
"Understanding the coupled dynamics of wildfire spread and post-fire vegetation recovery is critical for effective ecosystem management, particularly in the Wildland\u2013Urban Interface (WUI). Despite extensive research on fire behavior a…
View article: Fire Safety Analysis in Semi-Detached Houses: Computational Simulation with Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) Software
Fire Safety Analysis in Semi-Detached Houses: Computational Simulation with Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) Software Open
Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of constructive barriers (compartmentalization) in containing the spread of fire between semi-detached single-story houses. Theoretical Framework: The research focu…
View article: Analysis and optimization of fire evacuation safety performance in large urban complexes
Analysis and optimization of fire evacuation safety performance in large urban complexes Open
Urban large-scale complexes, such as shopping malls, pose significant challenges for fire safety management due to their intricate spatial layouts, high population density, and diverse occupancy characteristics. Efficient fire evacuation s…
View article: Available safe evacuation time in a fire.
Available safe evacuation time in a fire. Open
Urban large-scale complexes, such as shopping malls, pose significant challenges for fire safety management due to their intricate spatial layouts, high population density, and diverse occupancy characteristics. Efficient fire evacuation …
View article: Material properties and parameters.
Material properties and parameters. Open
Urban large-scale complexes, such as shopping malls, pose significant challenges for fire safety management due to their intricate spatial layouts, high population density, and diverse occupancy characteristics. Efficient fire evacuation …
View article: Usage of Each Staircase for Personnel Evacuation.
Usage of Each Staircase for Personnel Evacuation. Open
Urban large-scale complexes, such as shopping malls, pose significant challenges for fire safety management due to their intricate spatial layouts, high population density, and diverse occupancy characteristics. Efficient fire evacuation …
View article: Parameters of Evacuees in a Shopping Mall.
Parameters of Evacuees in a Shopping Mall. Open
Urban large-scale complexes, such as shopping malls, pose significant challenges for fire safety management due to their intricate spatial layouts, high population density, and diverse occupancy characteristics. Efficient fire evacuation …
View article: Effects of fan placement on smoke spread and occupant evacuation in highway tunnel fires
Effects of fan placement on smoke spread and occupant evacuation in highway tunnel fires Open
Introduction As urbanization accelerates, highway tunnels are proliferating across China. Owing to their semi-enclosed geometry, the primary objectives in a tunnel fire are immediate smoke extraction and toxic-gas dilution to rescue trappe…
View article: Forced Draught Impact on Externally Venting Flames: An Experimental and Numerical Investigation
Forced Draught Impact on Externally Venting Flames: An Experimental and Numerical Investigation Open
Wind can significantly influence fire development and spread in urban and forest environments causing fatal consequences for the public, the first responders, and the environment. Wind‐driven fires can have a significant impact on structur…
View article: Asymmetrical and Nonlinear Heat Transfer in Hollow Steel Columns Exposed to Localized Fire Scenarios
Asymmetrical and Nonlinear Heat Transfer in Hollow Steel Columns Exposed to Localized Fire Scenarios Open
In large spaces such as enclosed parking lots, airport terminals, and industrial halls, uniform gas temperature distribution is unlikely during post-flashover fire stages, necessitating the consideration of localized fire effects on struct…
View article: Data from: Performance-based Egress safety assessment of underground tunnels: Simulation and artificial neural network approaches
Data from: Performance-based Egress safety assessment of underground tunnels: Simulation and artificial neural network approaches Open
In this study, an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) model was proposed to evaluate the egress safety of underground tunnels during fire. Fire simulations were carried out using the Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) for underground tunnels with a…
View article: INFLUENCE OF THE HIGHT OF THE ROOM ON THE DISTRIBUTION OF SMOKE DURING A FIRE: STUDY BY NUMERICAL MODELING
INFLUENCE OF THE HIGHT OF THE ROOM ON THE DISTRIBUTION OF SMOKE DURING A FIRE: STUDY BY NUMERICAL MODELING Open
To ensure the safety of citizens and protected facilities, fire alarm systems are designed and installed in high-rise buildings. One of the key design factors is the nature of smoke propagation during a fire, which in turn is highly depend…
View article: Validation of fire dynamics simulator predictions incorporating measured smoke characteristics – Part 1: Smoke concentration and particle deposition
Validation of fire dynamics simulator predictions incorporating measured smoke characteristics – Part 1: Smoke concentration and particle deposition Open
View article: A comparative study of cable fire dynamics: bench-scale experiments and numerical simulations with and without fire-retardant coating
A comparative study of cable fire dynamics: bench-scale experiments and numerical simulations with and without fire-retardant coating Open
Cable fires are one of the primary causes of fire hazards in nuclear power plants (NPPs) and warehouse buildings. This paper presents a study on the experimental and numerical analysis of cable failure with and without fire-resistant coati…
View article: Validation of Subway Environmental Simulation (SES) for Longitudinal Ventilation: A Comparison with Memorial Tunnel Experimental Data
Validation of Subway Environmental Simulation (SES) for Longitudinal Ventilation: A Comparison with Memorial Tunnel Experimental Data Open
Ventilation in subway and railway tunnels is a critical safety component, especially during fire emergencies, where effective smoke and heat management is essential for successful evacuation and firefighting efforts. The Subway Environment…
View article: A Study on Large Electric Vehicle Fires in a Tunnel: Use of a Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS)
A Study on Large Electric Vehicle Fires in a Tunnel: Use of a Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) Open
Internal combustion engine vehicles damage the environment and public health by emitting toxic fumes, such as CO2 or CO and other trace compounds. The use of electric cars helps to reduce the emission of pollutants into the environment due…
View article: Insight into laboratory-scale junction-fire dynamics using 3-D physics-based numerical simulations
Insight into laboratory-scale junction-fire dynamics using 3-D physics-based numerical simulations Open
View article: Fire Assessment of a Subway Train Fire: A Study Based on Full-Scale Experiments and Numerical Simulations
Fire Assessment of a Subway Train Fire: A Study Based on Full-Scale Experiments and Numerical Simulations Open
Assessments of subway train fires were conducted based on full-scale experiments and numerical simulations. The experimental platform and simulation model were established according to a real subway train in China. The results show that th…
View article: HRR-Based Calibration of an FDS Model for Office Fire Simulations Using Full-Scale Wood Crib Experiments
HRR-Based Calibration of an FDS Model for Office Fire Simulations Using Full-Scale Wood Crib Experiments Open
This study deals with the simulation of office fires by combining large-scale experiments with nine wooden cribs and a carefully calibrated computer model. It shows how real fire conditions, reaching up to 800–1000 °C, could be reproduced …
View article: Toward grid-independent modeling of natural convection with fire dynamics simulator
Toward grid-independent modeling of natural convection with fire dynamics simulator Open
View article: Qualitative Analysis of Ventilation Position and Dimension Effects on Compartment Fire Dynamics: An Experimental and Numerical Approach
Qualitative Analysis of Ventilation Position and Dimension Effects on Compartment Fire Dynamics: An Experimental and Numerical Approach Open
View article: CFD Simulation of Fire Dynamics in Textile Warehouses Using PyroSim and Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS)
CFD Simulation of Fire Dynamics in Textile Warehouses Using PyroSim and Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) Open
View article: Utilization of Calorimetric Analysis and Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) to Determine the Cause of Plant Fire in Taiwan: Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), and FDS Reconstruction
Utilization of Calorimetric Analysis and Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) to Determine the Cause of Plant Fire in Taiwan: Thermogravimetric Analyzer (TGA), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), and FDS Reconstruction Open
This study investigated a factory fire that resulted in an unusual situation that caused the deaths of two firefighters. The official fire investigation report was analyzed, records were obtained, and on-site investigations and interviews …
View article: Validation of fire dynamics simulator predictions incorporating measured smoke characteristics – Part 2: Smoke concentration and detector characteristics in fires
Validation of fire dynamics simulator predictions incorporating measured smoke characteristics – Part 2: Smoke concentration and detector characteristics in fires Open
View article: Investigation of Various Fire Dynamics Simulator Approaches to Modelling Airflow in Road Tunnel Induced by Longitudinal Ventilation
Investigation of Various Fire Dynamics Simulator Approaches to Modelling Airflow in Road Tunnel Induced by Longitudinal Ventilation Open
The ability of computer simulations to model airflows in a tunnel can significantly contribute to the effectiveness of fire safety precautions. This study examines two ways of modelling the Polana tunnel (Slovakia) and its influence on the…
View article: Estimating Fire Area for Inaccessible Wildfires using the Digital Twin Fire Simulator
Estimating Fire Area for Inaccessible Wildfires using the Digital Twin Fire Simulator Open
View article: Stochastic Behaviour of Directional Fire Spread : A Segmentation-Based Analysis of Experimental Burns
Stochastic Behaviour of Directional Fire Spread : A Segmentation-Based Analysis of Experimental Burns Open
Understanding the dynamics of fire propagation is essential in improving predictive models and developing effective fire management strategies. This study applies computer vision techniques to complement traditional fire behaviour modellin…