Fireproof boom
US4599013A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 31, 1984 |
| Grant date | Jul 8, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2004 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02B15/0821
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A fireproof boom for containing flammable pollutants on water includes a flotation member and at least two layers of heat-resistant, water-sorbent material surrounding the flotation member. The flotation member is a series of cylindrical metal cans held end-to-end by the heat-resistant material. The heat-resistant, water-sorbent material draws water around the heat-sensitive flotation member, forming steam in the presence of flaming pollutant and allowing only the outer layer of heat-resistant material to become slightly singed.
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