Tire fire suppression and vehicle with same
US7434629B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 31, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 14, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA62C3/07
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A vehicle having a tire fire suppression system includes a vehicle body for transportation of occupants or cargo. A plurality of combustible tires is connected to the body. The tires are susceptible to auto-ignition in response to exposure to an elevated temperature condition. The fire suppression system is connected to the body and includes a container of a fire suppressant. At least one temperature sensor is positioned in close proximity to at least one of the tires. The temperature sensor is adapted to be activated in response to the elevated temperature condition and before the auto-ignition. At least one nozzle is positioned to direct the suppressant toward the tire. An actuator connects the container to the nozzle for the suppressant to be dispersed from the nozzle in response to activation of the sensor.
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