Developments of Modelling, Diagnostics, and AI-Aided Techniques in Combustion and Fire Science

Dear Colleagues,

Fire is an unexpected and uncontrolled combustion process, and due to its wide-scale variations and the involvement of various combustible materials, it is unique in many aspects. For example, in the realm of fire modelling, the simplicity, efficiency and easy implementation of the models gain more attention, so most fire models incorporate many empirical parameters. In contrast, the fundamental combustion science that primarily focuses on the engine or furnace applications with relatively limited-scale variations places a high requirement on the high-fidelity and accuracy of modelling, with the intention to better inspect and optimize the thermal efficiency and pollution emissions of combustors. This difference is also seen in the area of optical diagnostics, where the photography commonly used for fire positioning is in contrast to the modern laser technology that requires more sophisticated instruments, providing detailed measurements of burning structures in combustion science. More examples could be found in the recent developments of Al-aided techniques.

This Special Issue thus focuses on the differences and connections between fundamental combustion and fire science, aiming to provide new perspectives on modeling, diagnostics and data-driven techniques, which is expected to better promote the development of robust research methods for fire science. We cordially invite the researchers and experts in the fields, including, but not limited to, wildfire, leakage fire and hydrogen combustion, to contribute to this Special Issue, which will provide an excellent platform to exchange invaluable insights and gain extended knowledge on fire dynamics and its connections to fundamental combustion.

Dr. Yong Hu
Dr. Masaya Muto
Dr. Kuibin Zhou
Dr. Reo Kai
Dr. Kin Pang Cheong
Guest Editors

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