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Integral Fire Protection Analysis of Complex Spatial Steel Structure Based on Optimized Gaussian Transformation Model
Zhiyi Wang1,2
1State Key Laboratory of Fire Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230000, China.
Computational Intelligence and Neuroscience
|August 1, 2022
Summary
This study introduces an improved Gaussian transformation model for analyzing the fire performance of complex steel structures. The model enhances structural fire protection design and provides valuable insights for engineering applications.
Area of Science:
- Structural Engineering
- Fire Science
- Computational Simulation
Background:
- Existing structural fire protection methods have limitations for complex steel buildings.
- Rapid development of complex space steel structures necessitates advanced analysis techniques.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose an improved Gaussian transformation model for overall fire performance analysis.
- To establish a coupled analysis model for spatial structures under fire conditions.
Main Methods:
- Developed an improved Gaussian transformation model.
- Integrated fire and structural analysis for complex spatial buildings.
- Utilized theoretical research and practical simulations.
Main Results:
- The proposed model effectively analyzes the overall fire performance of complex spatial steel structures.
- Demonstrated the model's capability through experimental validation.
Conclusions:
- The improved Gaussian transformation model offers a robust approach to structural fire protection analysis.
- Provides a useful reference for building fire protection research, design, and emergency planning in China.
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