Building Fires, Evacuations and Rescue
A special issue of Fire (ISSN 2571-6255). This special issue belongs to the section "Fire Risk Assessment and Safety Management in Buildings and Urban Spaces".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2025 | Viewed by 140
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The intersection of human safety and architectural integrity presents a critical area of research, particularly in the context of building fires. With the increasing complexity of urban structures and the evolving nature of materials and technologies used in construction, the study of fires within buildings has become more pertinent than ever. The scientific background of this research area is grounded in multidisciplinary fields such as fire science, structural engineering, emergency management, and human behavior in crisis situations. The importance of this research cannot be overstated, as it directly impacts the development of life-saving protocols, the design of resilient buildings, and the improvement of evacuation strategies in the face of emergencies.
This Special Issue aims to bring together the latest research findings, innovative methodologies, and practical solutions related to building fires, evacuations, and rescue operations. It seeks to address the multifaceted challenges posed by such events, with a focus on enhancing the safety and security of occupants, improving structural resilience, and optimizing emergency response. By aligning with the journal's scope, which emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to complex problems, this Special Issue will provide a comprehensive platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to share insights and collaborate on effective strategies.
Research articles exploring the interaction between fire and construction materials, including the development of fire-resistant materials and the behavior of materials under fire conditions.
Studies examining the impact of fires on the structural integrity of buildings, including the use of advanced modeling techniques to predict and mitigate structural failures.
Computational and empirical research on evacuation dynamics, crowd behavior during emergencies, and the development of simulation tools to optimize evacuation routes and procedures.
Articles showcasing the integration of IoT, AI, and sensor networks in enhancing fire detection, monitoring, and response within smart buildings.
In this Special Issue, original research articles/reviews/case reports/communications/perspectives/viewpoints reporting innovative content on the topic are welcome. Our aim is to promote further research activities in this field and accelerate the industrialization of high-performance energy materials.
Dr. Changcheng Liu
Dr. Zhi Li
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- fire dynamics and building materials
- structural integrity and fire safety
- evacuation modeling and simulation
- emergency response and rescue operations
- human factors in fire emergencies
- smart building technologies for fire safety
- regulatory frameworks and policy implications
- post-fire assessment and recovery
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