Code
bof/baf/4y/2024/01/338
Duration
01 January 2024 → 31 December 2025
Funding
Regional and community funding: Special Research Fund
Promotor
Research disciplines
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Engineering and technology
- Building engineering not elsewhere classified
- Construction materials
- Construction mechanics
- Structural engineering
- Structural engineering not elsewhere classified
Keywords
fire safety
performance based design
structures
Project description
The fire performance of structures is a critical aspect of building safety, encompassing the ability of a structure to withstand fire and prevent its spread, ensuring the safety of occupants and minimizing property damage. This performance is influenced by factors such as material properties, structural design, and fire protection systems. Recent advancements include the development of performance-based design approaches, advanced modeling techniques, and innovative materials with enhanced fire performance. Understanding and improving the fire performance of structures is vital for creating resilient buildings capable of withstanding fire hazards and protecting lives and assets.