ASTM E1355-05a
Historical Standard: ASTM E1355-05a Standard Guide for Evaluating the Predictive Capability of Deterministic Fire Models
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ASTM E1355
1. Scope
1.1 This guide provides a methodology for evaluating the predictive capabilities of a fire model for a specific use. The intent is to cover the whole range of deterministic numerical models which might be used in evaluating the effects of fires in and on structures.
1.2 The methodology is presented in terms of four areas of evaluation:
1.2.1 Defining the model and scenarios for which the evaluation is to be conducted,
1.2.2 Verifying the appropriateness of the theoretical basis and assumptions used in the model,
1.2.3 Verifying the mathematical and numerical robustness of the model, and
1.2.4 Quantifying the uncertainty and accuracy of the model results in predicting of the course of events in similar fire scenarios.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This guide assumes understanding of the use and limitations of the model under analysis as detailed in Guide E 1895.
1.5 This fire standard cannot be used to provide quantitative measures.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
E176 Terminology of Fire Standards
E603 Guide for Room Fire Experiments
E1591 Guide for Obtaining Data for Deterministic Fire Models
Keywords
evaluation; fire model; sensitivity; validation; Fire analysis models; Fire testing--building materials; Predictive capability; Validation
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 13.220.01 (General standards related to fire protection)
DOI: 10.1520/E1355-05A
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