Date of Award

10-1977

Degree Type

Master's Essay - Restricted

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department

Chemistry

First Advisor

James Heinen

Second Advisor

Lawrence Cheung

Abstract

In modern fire protection and control systems, detectors are increasingly being used as interactive equipment for sensing fire signatures. In this report current state-of-the-art in fire detection technology is reviewed considering the nature of fire signatures, detection modes used, performance requirements and code requirements. A smoke-heat sensor unit; consisting of a photo electric type smoke sensor and a thermistor used as heat sensor is designed. Functional applications of a heat-smoke sensor are also discussed. The last section reviews the basic consideration for design of a fire alarm system. System performance is also briefly considered. An extensive bibliography is provided.

Comments

An Essay Submitted to the Faculty of the Graduate School, Marquette University, in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Masters of Science. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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