Built to House an Inferno The NIST National Fire Research Laboratory

The National Fire Research Laboratory is a state-of-the-art facility capable of testing large-scale fires and structures. It combines fire science with structural engineering to improve fire protection standards and building materials. The lab can simulate fires up to 20 megawatts, allowing researchers to study the effects on buildings and bridges. Collaboration between fire and structural engineers fosters innovation, leading to safer building designs.

What are the potential impacts of the research conducted at the National Fire Research Laboratory on fire protection standards?

In what ways does the collaboration between fire researchers and structural engineers benefit building design?