17947910. VEHICLE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)
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VEHICLE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF
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Sang Shin Lee of Suwon-si (KR)
VEHICLE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17947910 titled 'VEHICLE FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a vehicle fire suppression system that can quickly extinguish a fire in a vehicle by circulating or ejecting an extinguishing fluid through the vehicle's cooling system.
- The system includes a vehicle cooling device with a refrigerant line that circulates around various components such as a compressor, condenser, expansion valve, evaporator, and gas-liquid separator.
- An extinguishing fluid container is provided to store the extinguishing fluid.
- A multi-way valve is installed on the refrigerant line before the compressor to control the flow of refrigerant into the compressor. This valve is also connected to the extinguishing fluid container to regulate the supply of extinguishing fluid to the compressor.
- A controller is responsible for controlling the multi-way valve to initiate either a cooling operation or an extinguishing operation of the vehicle cooling device.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Vehicle fire suppression systems can be installed in various types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, buses, and even heavy machinery.
- This technology can be particularly useful in vehicles that are prone to fires, such as electric vehicles or vehicles carrying flammable materials.
Problems solved by this technology:
- The system provides a quick and efficient way to extinguish an initial fire in a vehicle, potentially preventing it from spreading and causing further damage.
- By utilizing the existing vehicle cooling system, the system eliminates the need for additional fire suppression equipment, reducing complexity and cost.
Benefits of this technology:
- The system can rapidly suppress a fire, minimizing the risk to occupants and reducing the potential for property damage.
- By integrating the fire suppression system with the vehicle's cooling system, it can be easily incorporated into existing vehicle designs without significant modifications.
- The use of a controller allows for automated operation, ensuring a timely response to a fire event.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle fire suppression system capable of quickly extinguishing an initial fire in the event of a vehicle fire by circulating or ejecting an extinguishing fluid through a refrigerant line of a vehicle cooling system, and a control method thereof are provided. The vehicle fire suppression system comprises a vehicle cooling device having a refrigerant line circulating around a compressor, a condenser, an expansion valve, an evaporator, and a gas-liquid separator; an extinguishing fluid container in which an extinguishing fluid is stored; a multi-way valve provided upstream of the compressor on the refrigerant line to control a refrigerant introduced into the compressor, and connected to the extinguishing fluid container to regulate the extinguishing fluid supplied to the compressor; and a controller configured to control the multi-way valve to implement a cooling operation or an extinguishing operation of the cooling device.
