Abstract:
A fluid discharge assembly in which a nozzle portion receives fluid from a conduit on which it is mounted and discharges the fluid in a predetermined direction. The nozzle portion is tilted relative to the conduit in response to an external stimulus to vary the direction of discharge. A discharge control system incorporating a plurality of the fluid dicharge assemblies connected to one or more of the conduits.
Abstract:
A system for protecting a structure and its contents from fire wherein a plurality of extinguishant discharge heads are disposed in the space defined by the structure, with each head being responsible for a particular portion of said space. A fire responsive device is automatically responsive to a predetermined temperature existing in one or more portions of the space at a distance of less than six inches from the ceiling of the structure, for actuating the head responsible for the space and causing a resultant discharge of extinguishant from the head.
Abstract:
SELF-EXTENGUISHING FLAMMABLE MIXTURES ARE PRODUCED AND A METHOD PROVIDED FOR REDUCING THE HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE TRANSPORTATION OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS. FLAMMABLE LIQUID IS MIXED WITH A WATER MICROGEL SYSTEM SO THAT THE LIQUID IS PRESENT IN AN AMOUNT OF BETWEEN 5% TO 30% BY WEIGHT, BASED ON THE TOTAL WEIGHT OF THE MIXTURE. THE RESULTING MIXTURE MAY BE TRANSPORTED BY ANY SUITAABLE MEANS. WHEN THE MIXTURE REACHES ITS ULTIMATE DESINATION THE TWO COMPONENTS MAY BE SEPARATED BY GRAVITATIONAL MEANS SUCH AS CENTRIFUGATION.
Abstract:
A fixed fire extinguishing system wherein one or more aspiration members are disposed in an elevated position relative to the structure to be protected by fire. A sensor is adapted to respond to information received from the fire to actuate the aspiration member, and the latter receives the combustion products from the fire and discharges same together with extinguishing agent back to the fire to smother the fire. A method of extinguishing a fire.
Abstract:
A snap-off tab nozzle consisting of a hollow body member having an inlet adapted for connection to a source of fluid, and an outlet for discharging the fluid. The outlet is formed by at least one separable tab to enable its axial length to be varied to regulate the discharge angle of the fluid.
Abstract:
Imparting a phase change to liquids normally characterized by properties of Newtonian flow and internal convection by converting said liquids to a gel characterized by plastic flow and no internal convection, and exposing said gel directly or indirectly to a heat exchange medium. This method provides essentially instant initial response, minimizes convection losses, and provides phase change without total system involvement.
Abstract:
A pressure responsive fluid nozzle wherein an expellable plug is disposed in the outlet of a body member having an inlet adapted for connection to a source of fluid under pressure. The plug is connected relative to the body member by means of a connector which is placed under tension in response to the fluid pressure in the body member. Upon the fluid pressure attaining a predetermined magnitude, the connector is adapted to break to release the plug from the outlet and permit the fluid to be discharged from the nozzle.
Abstract:
A fire control system in which two fluids are dispensed from two pressurized tanks into a mixing chamber disposed at an elevated position with respect to the floor of the structure to be protected, where they are mixed to form a gel. The gel is continuously discharged from the chamber and forms a gasimpervious sheet extending to the floor to act as a fire barrier.
Abstract:
A FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM FOR SEALED CHAMBERS OF THE TYPE FOUND IN SUCH VEHICLES AS DIVING BELLS, SPACESHIPS AND THE LIKE WHEREIN VARIATIONS IN AMBIENT PRESSURE OCCUR. THE SYSTEM EMPLOYS FIXED SPRINKLER HEADS, EACH WITH ITS OWN RESERVOIR FOR EXTINGUIDHING AGENT TO ENSURE AN INITIAL, INSTANTANEOUS SUPPLY OF AGENT UPON ACTUATION OF THE RESPECTIVE SPRINKLER HEADS. THE HEAD RESERVOIRS INCLUDE A PRESSURE TRANSMITTING MEANS TOGETHER WITH AN AGENT EXPELLING MEANS SO THAT THE AGENT THEREIN IS ALWAYS UNDER A PRESSURE IN EXCESS OF AMBIENT PRESSURE. THE HEAD RESERVOIRS ARE SUPPLIED WITH AGENT FROM A MAIN STORAGE RESERVOIR. ALSO AN AGENT RUN-OFF IS COLLECTED IN A SUMP AND RETURNED TO THE STORAGE RESERVOIR TO CONSERVE AGENT AND AVOID FLOODING.
Abstract:
A fluid control system in which a predetermined level of fluid is maintained in a conduit by varying the pressure in the conduit in response to variations in the fluid level. When the fluid level exceeds the predetermined level a powder disposed in a fluid flow relationship with the conduit is wetted by the fluid to produce a gas which causes the pressure in the conduit to exceed the pressure of the fluid, and thus reduce the level of the fluid to the predetermined level. When the fluid level drops below a predetermined level as a result of an increased pressure in the conduit, the conduit is vented to atmosphere to reduce the pressure and raise the fluid level.