18089301. FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A BATTERY OF A VEHICLE simplified abstract (KIA CORPORATION)
Contents
- 1 FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A BATTERY OF A VEHICLE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A BATTERY OF A VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 How does the system differentiate between a fire and other events that may trigger gas discharge?
- 1.11 What is the maintenance schedule for this system?
- 1.12 Original Abstract Submitted
FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A BATTERY OF A VEHICLE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hyeon Gi Shin of Yongin-si (KR)
FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A BATTERY OF A VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18089301 titled 'FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A BATTERY OF A VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The fire extinguishing system for a vehicle battery described in the abstract includes a gas discharge part, a gas passage part, a controller, a vacuum pump, and a closed space part. The system is designed to discharge gas inside the battery pack in case of a fire, suck the gas and air from inside the battery pack using the vacuum pump for smothering extinguishment, and store them in a closed space part.
- Gas discharge part installed in the battery pack
- Gas passage part for gas flow and discharge
- Controller for fire extinguishment control signal output
- Vacuum pump for sucking gas and air
- Closed space part for storing gas and air
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other battery-powered vehicles to enhance fire safety measures.
Problems Solved
1. Rapid and effective fire extinguishment in vehicle batteries. 2. Minimization of fire damage and risk in battery packs.
Benefits
1. Improved safety for vehicle occupants and surroundings. 2. Prevention of potential battery fires. 3. Enhanced fire suppression capabilities in vehicles.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Fire Extinguishing System for Vehicle Batteries: Commercial Applications"
Possible Prior Art
There are existing fire extinguishing systems for vehicles, but this specific combination of gas discharge, vacuum pump, and closed space part for storing gas and air may be unique to this patent application.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system differentiate between a fire and other events that may trigger gas discharge?
The controller likely has sensors or algorithms to detect specific fire-related events, such as temperature spikes or smoke, to trigger the fire extinguishment process.
What is the maintenance schedule for this system?
Regular maintenance of the gas discharge part, gas passage part, vacuum pump, and closed space part may be required to ensure proper functioning in case of a fire emergency.
Original Abstract Submitted
A fire extinguishing system for a battery of a vehicle includes: a gas discharge part installed in a battery pack to discharge a gas inside the battery pack; a gas passage part through which a gas flow, the gas generated inside the battery pack when a fire occurs and discharged through the gas discharge part; a controller, which outputs a control signal for fire extinguishment when a fire occurs inside the battery pack; a vacuum pump installed in a gas passage part to operate according to the control signal outputted from the controller and to perform smothering extinguishment of fire inside the battery pack by sucking gas and air from inside the battery pack during operation; and a closed space part provided in the vehicle so that the gas and air sucked by the vacuum pump can be moved and stored thereto through the gas passage part.
