Fire extinguishers – Special applications – For vehicles
Reexamination Certificate
2005-05-31
2005-05-31
Ganey, Steven J. (Department: 3752)
Fire extinguishers
Special applications
For vehicles
C169S009000, C169S016000, C169S060000, C169S061000, C244S129200
Reexamination Certificate
active
06899184
ABSTRACT:
A fire suppression system adapted for use in a lavatory of an aircraft. The system includes a water supply coupled to one or more fluid discharge nozzles via one or more fluid flow lines. A pressure source in communication with the fluid flow lines provides pressure to assist in supplying a pressurized flow of fluid through the flow line(s) to the nozzles(s). The fire suppression system creates a spray of water capable of suppressing fires within a waste container area or within the entire lavatory area. Heat sensitive valves enable the system to automatically detect the start of a fire. Furthermore, the system is capable of using the potable water supply of the aircraft or it can be self-contained with its own water supply reservoir. If self-contained, the system includes a pressurized fluid source to assist in supplying water to the discharge nozzle(s).
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Ganey Steven J.
The Boeing Company
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