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10 articles for “fire outbreak”
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Minimisation of Fire Outbreaks in Nigeria via Fire Safety Education in Architecture in the Universities
Abstract: Frequent fire outbreak in buildings is a problem in Nigeria which has led to the loss of many human lives and the destruction of substantial properties. To minimize this menace in Nigeria, it therefore became extremely important to carry a research work to recap the architecture curriculum of study with respect to fire safety education in the universities in Nigeria, to provide guidelines for its improvement. Desktop study was considered …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 53–63 Read article
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IoT-Enhanced Integrated LPG Level and Leakage Detection System
Abstract: Increased statistics of fire outbreak occurrences and gas leakage incidents in both industrial and domestic applications has called for better safety measures in Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) management. Research efforts are therefore geared towards developing solutions which could greatly curb the menace of fire outbreaks and leakages of highly flammable gases. The presented work focuses on the design and fabrication of an IoT-enhanced system dedicated to the monitoring and detection …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF FIRE RESISTIVITY OF WALLING MATERIALS IN ONITSHA MARKETS IN NIGERIA
Abstract: Nigeria has been facing the problem of frequent fire outbreaks in markets and they are very regular in Onitsha markets in Anambra State. To minimise this problem, a research was conducted on the three major markets in Onitsha with the aim of comparatively assessing the fire resistivity of their walling materials, so as to generate guidelines for designing walls of market buildings in Nigeria. The research employed desktop study as …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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GSM Based Integrated Control System for Optimal Hazard Management
Abstract: It is no doubt that the lack of adequate control measures to control hazards such as fire outbreaks, flooding and intrusion have continued to undermine production and development in the country and had rendered many people homeless due to the negative effects imposed by these hazards. This work developed a system that provides smart alerts and control responses to emergencies such as fire outbreaks, gas leakage, flooding and intrusion in …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 29–41 Read article
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Drone-based Fire Detection and Crowd Management System using Image Processing
Abstract: AbstractNowadays, fire outbreaks are common issues which cause severe damage towards nature and human properties hence fire detection system are designed to discover fires early in their development when the time will still be available for the safe evacuation of occupants. Early fire detection in the event of an outbreak is pivotal to prevent loss of life and properties. Fire is necessary and profitable to humankind life, but it also …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Study on Improvement of Air Quality in Underground Car Parking Area Using Jet Fan
Abstract: In recent years, jet fans have become a popular alternative to traditional ducted systems for ventilating pollutants in large parking areas like underground car parks and tunnels. Proper forced draft ventilation is necessary to remove harmful pollutants, such as vehicle exhaust fumes and smoke in the event of a fire. It is crucial to have a quantitative understanding of how exhaust gases, containing various toxic particles, propagate in these areas.So …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 29–44 Read article
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Design and Implementation of an Automatic Fire Extinguishing System Using Arduino UNO
Abstract: Fire safety is an essential concern in both residential and industrial spaces. Conventional firefighting techniques frequently call for human assistance, which is not always adequate or timely. This study discusses the design and development of an automatic fire suppression system that uses an Arduino UNO microcontroller, a 5 V single-line relay, an infrared (IR) sensor, a buzzer, and a 5 V DC pump. The system identifies a fire by detecting …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Assessment of Fire and Life Safety in Rural Settlements in India
Abstract: Fire incidents pose a significant threat to life and property in rural India, particularly in residences. Despite strides in urban fire safety, rural areas continue to face frequent fire incidents, posing significant risks to lives and properties. This paper presents a thorough review of existing literature on fire safety assessment in rural Indian settlements focusing on unique vulnerabilities specific to this context. In rural settings, various factors contribute to the …
Published in International Journal of Rural and Regional Development · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 47–53 Read article
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Determination of fire Resistivity of Door and Window Materials at Portharcourt Markets in Nigeria
Abstract: The persistence of fire outbreaks in markets is a problem in Nigeria and the repetition of this problem is very frequent at Port Harcourt in Rivers State. To curtail this problem, research was made on the three major markets in Port Harcourt with the aim of determining the fire resistivity of their door and window materials, in order to generate guidelines for designing doors and windows of market buildings in …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Design and Planning · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 Read article
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Evaluation of Emergency Response Plans in Industrial Environments Using Simulation Techniques
Abstract: Industrial facilities, particularly those in the chemical, manufacturing, and energy sectors, face significant hazards due to their complex operations and the handling of hazardous materials. Ensuring the safety of workers and minimizing the impact of incidents require robust and effective emergency response plans (ERPs). Traditional evaluation methods, such as drills and tabletop exercises, often fall short in replicating the complexities of real-world emergencies. These methods may lack the realism needed …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 6–10 Read article