Fundamentals of Fire Phenomena

by James G. Quintiere

Fundamentals of Fire Phenomena provides a detailed description of the basic principles governing this field. Key features: Presents an integrated introduction to the phenomena of fire and establishes the theoretical basis of the subject Adopts basic thermochemistry and combustion principles to describe the different processes involved in a fire Introduces combustion to the fire protection student and covers a broad array of fuels and burning configurations. Discusses the sophistication of modern combustion applications for power and heating and distinguishes between the theoretical and empirical aspects of the subject of fire.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0470091134
• ISBN13: 9780470091135
• Release Date: April 2006
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 2.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.8" x 9.8"