Radiant energy – Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling – Infrared responsive
Patent
1997-05-30
2000-05-16
Westin, Edward P.
Radiant energy
Invisible radiant energy responsive electric signalling
Infrared responsive
25033905, 25033914, G01J 502
Patent
active
060640642
ABSTRACT:
A process and system for flame detection includes a microprocessor-controlled detector with at least three sensors. A wide band infrared sensor is used as the primary detector, with near band and visible band sensors serving to detect false-alarm energy from nonfire sources. Digital signal processing is used to analyze sensed data and discriminate against false alarms. A multistage alarm system can be provided, which is selectively triggered by the microprocessor. Spectral recording and analysis of prefire data is provided for. The detector can be housed in an enclosed, sealed, removable, plastic housing that may include an integral plastic window lens.
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Fire Sentry Corporation
Hanig Richard
Westin Edward P.
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