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2025
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| Acesso em linha: | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17196170 |
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- <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Invention Title: Autonomous Intelligent Mist-Fog Fire Suppression and Containment Unit (AIM-FSCU)</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Abstract</p> <p> </p> <p>The Autonomous Intelligent Mist-Fog Fire Suppression and Containment Unit (AIM-FSCU) is a standalone, self-actuating device designed for rapid, initial-stage fire suppression and creating immediate firebreaks. It represents a significant advancement over traditional sprinklers by utilizing a dual-mode, intelligent mist and fog generation system. The core innovation lies in its ability to instantly produce a dense, oxygen-displacing, and heat-absorbing micro-droplet fog from an integrated water reservoir, triggered by a multi-spectral sensor array. Its design prioritizes simplicity of manufacture, deployment, and the fundamental principle of rapidly removing heat and oxygen to suppress fire.</p> <p> </p> <p>1. Central Idea & Key Enhancement</p> <p> </p> <p>The AIM-FSCU is not just a fire suppressor; it is an autonomous fire containment node. Its primary goal is to attack a fire at the incipient stage and, if the fire is too large, to instantly create a cooled, oxygen-depleted barrier around itself to prevent the fire's spread, effectively creating a "safe zone" and allowing time for evacuation and larger-scale response.</p> <p> </p> <p>Key Enhancement over SMG-FSD: The Dual-Mode Mist/Fog System and Integrated Firebreak Formation.</p> <p> </p> <p>2. Mechanism of Action & Simplified Components</p> <p> </p> <p>The device's efficiency stems from the synergy of four simple yet advanced subsystems:</p> <p> </p> <p>1. Multi-Spectral Fire Detection Pod:</p> <p> </p> <p>· Components: A single, compact module housing:</p> <p> · Thermal Imaging Micro-Sensor: Detects rapid temperature rise and specific heat signatures of flames, not just ambient heat.</p> <p> · Optical Flame Sensor (UV/IR): Detects the flickering radiation unique to fire.</p> <p> · Carbon Monoxide (CO) / Particulate Sensor: Detects invisible combustion gases and smoke particles, allowing for ultra-early warning before visible flames appear.</p> <p>· Intelligence: A basic, pre-programmed microcontroller cross-references data from all three sensors. It only activates the suppression system when at least two sensors confirm a fire signature, virtually eliminating false alarms from sunlight, hot machinery, or cigarette smoke.</p> <p> </p> <p>2. Instant-Action Dual-Mode Suppression System:</p> <p> </p> <p>· This is the core innovation for rapid and simple fire control.</p> <p>· Mode 1: High-Intensity Mist (Direct Attack):</p> <p> · Upon confirmed fire detection, a high-pressure micro-diaphragm pump forces water through a vibrating ultrasonic mesh nozzle.</p> <p> · This generates an immense volume of a fine "dry mist" with water droplets < 50 microns in diameter.</p> <p> · Advantages for Rapid Suppression:</p> <p> · Maximum Heat Absorption: The vast total surface area of the micro-droplets flash-vaporizes instantly, absorbing tremendous amounts of heat (latent heat of vaporization) and cooling the fire core rapidly.</p> <p> · Oxygen Displacement: The resulting steam expands rapidly, displacing oxygen and smothering the flames.</p> <p> · Deep Penetration: The mist can flow around obstacles and into enclosed spaces, reaching the seat of the fire where water sprays cannot.</p> <p>· Mode 2: Wide-Dispersion Fog (Containment & Firebreak):</p> <p> · Simultaneously, a secondary, simpler nozzle creates a wider, slightly coarser "wet fog".</p> <p> · This fog saturates the immediate vicinity of the unit, dousing sparks and embers and creating a localized high-humidity environment that is resistant to ignition.</p> <p> · This creates an instant, 360-degree firebreak around the device, protecting the unit itself and its immediate area from advancing fire fronts.</p> <p> </p> <p>3. Self-Contained Power & Fluid System:</p> <p> </p> <p>· Power Source: A integrated, long-life lithium battery, continuously trickle-charged by a top-mounted solar panel. This ensures complete autonomy and operation during power outages. A power-grid backup option is available.</p> <p>· Water Reservoir: A simple, molded, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) tank integrated into the unit's base. It contains a superabsorbent polymer gel pack.</p> <p> · Why it's Simple & Effective: In fire conditions, the gel dissolves, creating a thickened water solution. This solution, when aerosolized, creates a heavier, longer-lasting fog and mist that clings to surfaces better, providing a more durable fire-inhibiting layer. It also slightly reduces water consumption.</p> <p> </p> <p>4. Ruggedized & Simple Enclosure:</p> <p> </p> <p>· The unit is housed in a simple, cylindrical, weatherproof casing made of fire-retardant composite material. Its design is optimized for mass production via injection molding. It requires no complex plumbing connections—just occasional checking of the water reservoir and solar panel.</p> <p> </p> <p>3. Practical Applications & Instant Usability</p> <p> </p> <p>The AIM-FSCU is designed for immediate, plug-and-play deployment in high-risk locations:</p> <p> </p> <p>· Electrical Infrastructure: Mounted on power poles, transformer cabinets, and electrical substations to prevent electrical fires from spreading.</p> <p>· Urban/Wildland Interface: Placed along fences, behind homes, and in community spaces to act as a first line of defense against wildfires.</p> <p>· Commercial & Industrial: Inside storage rooms, server racks (using a non-conductive fluid), waste collection points, and warehouses.</p> <p>· Forestry: As standalone sentinel units in fire-prone forest areas, communicating with a central station.</p> <p> </p> <p>4. Summary of Advantages for Rapid Fire Control</p> <p> </p> <p>· Instant Fire Knockdown: Micro-droplet mist attacks the fire's core physics (heat and oxygen) faster than any conventional water spray.</p> <p>· Simple to Manufacture: Uses commercially available, off-the-shelf components (sensors, pumps, nozzles, solar panels) in a novel, integrated configuration.</p> <p>· Simple to Deploy: No external power or water lines needed. Just position and activate.</p> <p>· Water & Energy Efficient: Uses up to 90% less water than a sprinkler, making it ideal for remote or arid regions. Solar-powered for zero operational cost.</p> <p>· Creates an Instant Firebreak: The dual-mode system not only attacks the fire but also actively contains it, a critical feature for stopping fire spread.</p> <p>· Highly Reliable: Multi-sensor intelligence prevents false activations, ensuring water is reserved for real emergencies.</p> <p> </p>