
392 Forensic Engineering Fundamentals
e dynamics of a re make it virtually impossible to determine the eects of combus-
tion upon the release and transfer of heat in a re. e analysis of convection is generally
restricted to HVAC systems where the capabilities of the forced air system are known and
readily determined from manufacturers’ specications. e analysis of re dynamics can
be undertaken through sophisticated computer modeling programs that are discussed in
the last section of the book.
Gas Can Burn
Oen, gasoline cans or containers are involved in res. In an accidental re, when a gaso-
line can is surrounded by re, its plastic ven ...