Tire fire suppression and vehicle with same

Details Tire fire suppression and vehicle with same Tire fire suppression and vehicle with same

2005-05-31

2008-10-14

Tran, Len (Department: 3752)

Fire extinguishers

Special applications

Condition responsive control

C239S062000, C239S058000, C239S046000, C239S009000, C239S054000, C280S727000, C280S737000, C280S742000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07434629

ABSTRACT:
A vehicle having a tire fire suppression system includes a vehicle body for transportation of occupants or cargo. A plurality of combustible tires is connected to the body. The tires are susceptible to auto-ignition in response to exposure to an elevated temperature condition. The fire suppression system is connected to the body and includes a container of a fire suppressant. At least one temperature sensor is positioned in close proximity to at least one of the tires. The temperature sensor is adapted to be activated in response to the elevated temperature condition and before the auto-ignition. At least one nozzle is positioned to direct the suppressant toward the tire. An actuator connects the container to the nozzle for the suppressant to be dispersed from the nozzle in response to activation of the sensor.

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