Christmas tree fire extinguishing and alert system
US10675491B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 9, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 14, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG08B21/14
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A Christmas tree fire extinguishing system is provided, wherein an automatically initiated fire extinguishing agent is contained within a housing below the tree and a plurality of smoke and heat sensors communicate to a control unit. The control unit controls the trigger and interprets the sensor signals, while also sending signals to a communications system upon a fire event to notify the homeowner and/or the local fire authorities. In combination with the fire extinguishing agent, the system can monitor the tree and alert property authorities in the event of a fire to prevent home fires and major property damage. Also provided is an audible fire alert for those in the home, wherein a sound generator is energized if smoke or fire is detected to warn those in the immediate vicinity.
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