Fire risks of photovoltaic systems
Date issued
2012
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University of West Bohemia. Faculty of electrical engineering. Department of electrical power engineering and environmental engineering
Abstract
This article deals with fire risks of photovoltaic systems mounted on buildings and roofs. The aim
of the article is to explain the fire progress in building, fire rating and performance of photovoltaic
system and possible ways of extinguishing. Specific dangers for acting fire units are described in
detail. The article is also targeting on secondary hazards for surrounding objects and people
during and after the fire.
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Subject(s)
fotovoltaické systémy, požár, požární ochrana, photovoltaic systems, fire, fire protection
Citation
Proceedings of the Intensive Programme 2014. 1st ed. Pilsen: University of West Bohemia. Faculty of electrical engineering. Department of electrical power engineering and environmental engineering, 2014, s. ISBN 978-80-261-0130-7.