Reformative Effects of Intumescent Coating on the Structural Characteristics of Cold-Formed Steel.

Intumescent fire-resistive coatings are a more recent type of passive fireproofing thin film that swells many times its initial applied thickness, generating an insulating char that functions as a thermal barrier between the fire and structural steel. It keeps the heat of steel members from reaching critical levels and aids in the structural integrity during a fire. They are architects and designers' favorite choice for passive fire protection of load-bearing steel frame structures because of their aesthetic look, versatility, rapidity of application, and ease of inspection and maintenance.

Numerical Investigation of the Fire Behavior of Storage Rack Systems Protected by Intumescent Coating.

Using a finite element strategy, this study investigates the behavior of beam-to-column connections in storage rack systems exposed to high temperatures. The purpose of this research was to develop moment-rotation (-θ) curves after painting various structural members with varied configurations in order to evaluate the performance of intumescent-coated beams, uprights, and connectors, which are components of storage rack systems. Within the scope of this work, finite element analyses were carried out in two stages.

Investigation of Fire Effects on Reinforced Concrete Members via Finite Element Analysis.

Structural deterioration during fire leads to significant economic losses, severe injuries, and deaths. Research to accurately estimate the impact of fire on structural security and performance, and to identify ways to reduce it, has been increasing recently with capital investments in the building and infrastructure sectors. This research aims to establish a reliable algorithm for simulating the behavior of reinforced concrete (RC) beams under thermal and structural loads.