Methods and apparatus for extinguishing fires
US8453751B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 15, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 12, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA62D1/0014
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A fire control system according to various aspects of the present invention includes an extinguishant configured to absorb heat from the fire. In one embodiment, the extinguishant is configured to absorb thermal radiation from the fire and inhibit reflection of thermal radiation from the extinguishant and/or other surfaces back into the fire. In additional and alternative embodiments, the extinguishant includes a thermal absorbant may be configured to transfer heat into the surface and/or interior of suppressant particles or droplets to promote activation of the suppressant.
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