Year
2019
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy
Department
Sustainable buildings research Centre
Abstract
Wildfires pose a significant hazard in many residential areas around the world. Minimisation of the risk to human lives and property requires a multi-faceted approach, involving fuel reduction, fire suppression, and engineering measures to improve the resistance of buildings to the effects of intense radiant heat, burning embers and flame contact. Measures that are recommended to improve the wildfire resistance of buildings typically focus on building materials and design features, as well as fuel sources close to the building. Wildfire sprinkler systems are often promoted as an optional, additional risk-mitigation measure. Typically, such systems are designed to spray water on building external surfaces, surround the building with airborne droplets, and/or wet nearby fuel sources during wildfires.
Recommended Citation
Green, Alan, Sprinkler systems for the protection of buildings from wildfire, Doctor of Philosophy thesis, Sustainable buildings research Centre, University of Wollongong, 2019. https://ro.uow.edu.au/theses1/617
Unless otherwise indicated, the views expressed in this thesis are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of the University of Wollongong.