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UL Research Institutes
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Recent research
- Engineering & TechnologyOpen access
Investigating the thermal degradation of multi-board decking materials ignited by firebrand piles
Background Firebrand piles are a major contributor to structural losses during wildland–urban interface fires. Among potential recipient fuels, decking materials exhibit ignition susceptibility that is strongly dependent on material type. However, experiments on representative mu...
- Materials & EnergyOpen access
Abstract Base baths, which typically employ strong bases dissolved in alcohols, are frequently used to clean laboratory glassware but present significant fire, chemical, and handling hazards when improperly prepared or maintained. This work evaluates prior awareness, documentatio...