18085251. FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
Contents
- 1 FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR 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
- 1.9.1 Unanswered Questions
- 1.9.2 How does the system differentiate between a fire and normal operation to prevent accidental activation of the fire suppression system?
- 1.9.3 What are the maintenance requirements for the fire extinguishing system, and how often do components need to be inspected or replaced?
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hyeon Gi Shin of Yongin-si (KR)
FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18085251 titled 'FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a fire extinguishing system for a vehicle that utilizes fuel cell exhaust water and coolants to suppress fires in a battery pack.
- First water tank for storing fuel cell exhaust water
- First pump for pumping fuel cell exhaust water
- Coolant pump for pumping coolants from a water cooling system
- Turbulence generator to create turbulent flow of fuel cell exhaust water and coolants
- Battery fire suppression nozzle in the battery pack supplied with fire extinguishing water from the turbulence generator
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and other vehicles with fuel cell systems to enhance fire safety measures.
Problems Solved
This technology addresses the issue of fire safety in vehicles with battery packs by utilizing existing resources such as fuel cell exhaust water and coolants for fire suppression.
Benefits
- Improved fire safety in vehicles - Efficient use of fuel cell exhaust water and coolants - Cost-effective fire suppression system
Potential Commercial Applications
"Enhancing Vehicle Fire Safety with Fuel Cell Exhaust Water and Coolant-Based Fire Suppression System"
Possible Prior Art
There are no known prior art examples for this specific combination of fuel cell exhaust water and coolant-based fire suppression system.
Unanswered Questions
How does the system differentiate between a fire and normal operation to prevent accidental activation of the fire suppression system?
The patent application does not provide details on how the system distinguishes between a fire and regular operation to avoid unnecessary activation of the fire suppression system. This aspect would be crucial to prevent wastage of resources and potential damage to the vehicle.
What are the maintenance requirements for the fire extinguishing system, and how often do components need to be inspected or replaced?
The patent application does not mention the maintenance schedule or requirements for the fire extinguishing system. Understanding the maintenance needs of the system is essential for ensuring its long-term effectiveness and reliability.
Original Abstract Submitted
A fire extinguishing system for a vehicle includes: a first water tank in which fuel cell exhaust water from a fuel cell stack of a fuel cell system is stored; a first pump for pumping the fuel cell exhaust water; a coolant pump for pumping coolants of a water cooling system provided in the vehicle; a turbulence generator provided to pass through the fuel cell exhaust water pumped by the first pump and the coolants pumped by the coolant pump, and configured to generate a turbulent flow of the fuel cell exhaust water and coolants passing therethrough; and a battery fire suppression nozzle provided in a battery pack mounted on the vehicle. The nozzle is supplied with a fire extinguishing water, which is a mixture of fluids passing through the turbulence generator and is configured to supply the fire extinguishing water to the inside of the battery pack.
