Plastics: Their Behavior in Fires

<p>The first section of this book provides a detailed overview of the science of polymer combustion. This section covers the following topics:</p> <ul> <li>The chemical structure of polymers</li> <li>The mechanisms of thermal degradation</li> <li>The role of oxygen in combustion</li> <li>The formation of smoke and toxic gases</li> </ul>

<p>The second section of this book examines the fire behavior of different types of plastics. This section covers the following topics:</p> <ul> <li>The flammability of different plastics</li> <li>The rate of heat release</li> <li>The production of smoke and toxic gases</li> <li>The spread of fire</li> </ul>

<p>The third section of this book provides practical guidance on fire safety engineering for plastics. This section covers the following topics:</p> <ul> <li>Fire hazard assessment</li> <li>Fire prevention strategies</li> <li>Fire suppression systems</li> <li>Building codes and regulations</li> </ul>

<p>This comprehensive guide provides an invaluable resource for fire safety professionals and researchers seeking to understand the behavior of plastics in fires. With its in-depth analysis of the science of combustion, the fire behavior of different plastics, and practical guidance on fire safety engineering, this book is an essential reference for anyone working in the field of fire safety.</p>

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Plastics: Their Behaviour in Fires (ISSN Book 6)

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	431 pages

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