| Description |
1 online resource : illustrations |
| Series |
SpringerBriefs in fire |
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SpringerBriefs in fire.
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| Contents |
Preface; Acknowledgements; Contents; About the Author; Introduction; 1 The Event Defined; 2 Facts Regarding Typical Events; References; 3 Localized Events; Typical Areas of Localized Events; Typical Reasons for Localized Events; Localized Small Explosive Events; References; 4 Who Is At Fault; Design Versus Manufacturing Problem; 5 High Current PCB Connections; How to Determine if Excessive I2R Heating Is Within a Connector, a Nearby Solder Connection, or a Trace; 6 Liquid, Moisture and Electronics; Reference; 7 The Ugly Process; Manifestations of the Ugly Process |
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Liquid, Moisture on a Coated PCBReference; 8 Liability Related Electronic Control Deficiencies; References; 9 Localized Event Explained- Charred Hole; Visual Artifact; Evaluation; Cause; Time to Failure; Problem Resolution; 10 Localized Event Explained-Partially Charred Surface; Visual Artifact; Evaluation; Cause; Time to Failure; Problem Resolution; Reference; 11 Localized Event Explained-Scorched FR-4 with no Missing Weave; Visual Artifact; Evaluation; Three Possibilities; Cause; Time to Failure; Problem Resolution; 12 Localized Event Explained-Scorched FR-4 with Missing Weave |
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Visual ArtifactEvaluation; Time to Failure; Problem Resolution; 13 PCB Smoke and Fire Damage for Power Levels Below 5 Watts; Where Do We Start?; Reference; 14 Bench Experiments; For Each Experiment Conducted; Sample Construction; Sources of Variation; Experiment #1; Experiment #2; Experiment #3; Experiment #4; Experiment #5; Experiment #6; Experiment #7; Experiment #8; Experiment #9a; Experiment #9b; Experiment #10; References; 15 Summary of Experiments; Appendix |
| Summary |
The failures of electronic controls, which can cause loss of life and property, are discussed from the perspective of both the design and manufacturing functions and clarified for the responsible forensic team. Many pitfalls of the fast-paced product introduction environment for industrial and consumer products are discussed to help minimize the number of electronic control fires and other menacing events of today. The author clearly links the design, manufacturing and forensic technical communities in the development of electronic control devices, which include a wide array of products, from auto key fobs to furnace electronic control boards. The information included ensures a final product that will not end up in litigation (or at least not be found guilty during litigation), putting into plain words how to determine if a suspect electronic appliance control is the cause of a fire or the result of a fire. Containing invaluable data learned through many years of new product designs, development and production cycles, this brief features illustrated bench experiments conducted by the author. Professionals and researchers working in fire protection, electrical engineering, or building safety will find this brief an essential resource |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed February 20, 2017) |
| Subject |
Electronic control -- Risk assessment
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Electric apparatus and appliances -- Fires and fire prevention.
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Forensic science.
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Circuits & components.
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Fire protection & safety.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Engineering (General)
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Electric apparatus and appliances -- Fires and fire prevention
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9783319528458 |
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3319528459 |
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