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Computer simulation methods have been developed to aid in the design of smoke control systems. A new air movement program discussed here permits realistic modeling of large buildings and their air-handling systems.
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Note: Mr. Fothergill presented this paper at the 81st Annual Meeting of the National Fire Protection Association on May 17, 1977.
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Fothergill, J.W. Computer-aided design technology for smoke control and removal systems. Fire Technol 14, 110–125 (1978). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02308906
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