Advances in Industrial Fire and Urban Fire Research

Dear Colleagues,

With the rapid pace of urbanization, the development of cities and industrial parks has been accelerating, resulting in both an increased convenience in people's lives and an increase the risk of fire incidents. The occurrence of a fire accident can have severe consequences, encompassing property damage, environmental pollution, and human casualties. Industrial park fires often entail the combustion of flammable materials, including hazardous substances, fuels, and chemicals. Furthermore, the presence of intricate machinery and advanced production systems within these parks further amplifies the risk and severity of industrial fires. Urban fires, in contrast, predominantly transpire in densely populated areas characterized by high-rise buildings, congested regions, and interconnected structures. These distinctive attributes pose significant challenges in terms of fire prevention, evacuation, and firefighting endeavors. Therefore, conducting relevant research in these domains is essential.

This Special Issue aims to highlight the original findings related to industrial fire and urban fire in experimental and simulation methods. Additionally, potential perspectives for future investigations are also encouraged. In this Special Issue, original research articles, case studies, and review papers covering a broad range of topics related to industrial fires and urban fires are welcome. The areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Fire behaviors and dynamics;
2. Fire suppression and control techniques;
3. Fire risk assessment and management;
4. Personnel evacuation and human behaviors;
5. Prevention and control strategies of industrial fires and urban fires;
6. The combination of urban and industrial fires with AI technology.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Jinlong Zhao
Dr. Yongzheng Yao
Prof. Dr. Zihe Gao
Dr. Qiang Wang
Guest Editors

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