Structural Design for Fire Safety by Andrew H. Buchanan offers a practical and comprehensive guide to the field of structural fire engineering. This second edition has been updated to include new developments over the past decade, such as advanced calculation methods and computer programs. Key additions cover the calculation methods for membrane action in floor slabs exposed to fires, a chapter on composite steel-concrete construction, and case studies of structural collapses.

The book starts with an introduction to fire safety in buildings, covering topics from fire growth and development to the impact of severe fires on large structures. It delves into methods for calculating fire severity and assessing fire resistance, providing both simple and advanced techniques for evaluating and designing for structural fire safety in buildings made from structural steel, reinforced concrete, or structural timber.

Structured Design for Fire Safety, 2nd edition serves as a valuable resource for fire safety engineers, structural engineers, and building officials. It is also useful for architects, code writers, building designers, and firefighters who need to understand the complexities of structural fire engineering.

Publication Date: December 8, 2016

ISBN-13: 978-1118700396