WPI students research fire simulation models

WPI students research fire simulation models

Computer fire simulation models are beneficial to support an opinion but should not form the sole basis of the opinion, say professionals, including attorneys, who participated in a Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) student research project. The study, which attempted to assess the efficacy of such models in courtrooms, was part of the students` Interactive Qualifying Project (IQP).
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MFRI courses win ACE recognition

MFRI courses win ACE recognition

The American Council on Education (ACE) recently granted college level recognition for 15 courses (25 college credits) offered by the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute…
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BAR CUTTERS

BAR CUTTERS

Multiquip Inc.: Hand-held power tool can cut up to one-inch bar stock in seconds. Uses 15 tons of shearing action. Electrohydraulic. Uses 115AC current. Shipment…
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SMOKE CHECKtm

SMOKE CHECKtm

CRC Industries, Inc.: Smokeless, aerosol spray for safe testing of photoelectric and ionization-type smoke detectors. Tests sensor, battery, circuitry, alarm. Simulates carbon particles present in…
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MICRO-TONE (SC-550) HAND CONTROL

MICRO-TONE (SC-550) HAND CONTROL

Southern Vehicle Products--SVP: Hand-held control permits operation of siren and lights from palm of hand or dash-mounted holder. Push-button legends brighten on activation. Reverse-polarity- and…
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TRAINING SOLUTIONS SYSTEMTM KITS

TRAINING SOLUTIONS SYSTEMTM KITS

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Contains comprehensive emergency medical technician (EMT) training material. Integrated teaching and learning system meets 110-hour training requirements of revised EMT-Basic…
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SWIFTWATER RESCUE TACTICS

SWIFTWATER RESCUE TACTICS

In Part 1, we covered the low-risk rescue options most often used by first responders on the scene of a swiftwater rescue incident. This article…
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