KR102625813B1 - Apparatus for releasing fireproof cover and method for using the same - Google Patents

Abstract

The fire cover discharge device includes: a nozzle assembly including one or more nozzles; a gas tank configured to enable gas communication with the one or more nozzles and configured to discharge gas through the one or more nozzles; a control unit configured to control gas discharge from the gas tank; and one or more connecting members configured to be coupled to the discharge port of each of the one or more nozzles. At this time, each of the one or more connecting members is configured to separate from the nozzle as gas is discharged from the gas tank through the nozzle, and includes a fastening portion for being coupled to a portion of the fire extinguishing cover. When a fire occurs, high-pressure gas is discharged through each nozzle of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device, thereby blowing away the connecting members connected to the fastening portion of each nozzle. The connecting members of each nozzle are connected to one area of the fire extinguishing cover. Therefore, this has the advantage of being able to quickly place the fire extinguishing cover at the desired location.

Description

{APPARATUS FOR RELEASING FIREPROOF COVER AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME}

Embodiments relate to fire envelope discharge devices and methods of use thereof. More specifically, in the embodiments, a fire extinguishing cover formed with a coating layer of a material that does not burn easily, such as aluminum, is coupled to the discharge port of the nozzle through a connecting member, and when a fire occurs, high-pressure gas is discharged through the nozzle to cover the fire extinguishing cover. This is about a technology that prevents damage to structures due to fire by blowing them onto the structure.

Wildfire disasters caused by human or other causes can cause serious damage to people, property, and the environment. The United States, among other countries, faces wildfires every year due to its vast area and diverse climatic conditions. In particular, dozens of large-scale forest fires occur every year in California, and wildfires often occur in other areas as well.

Governments and local authorities in each country are continuously working to prevent forest fires and are working to achieve forest fire prevention using weather forecasts and forest fire warning systems. However, serious forest fires still occur every year, causing many lives and property losses. In particular, in order to respond to forest fires, fire authorities must dispatch equipment and personnel, making it difficult to immediately respond to forest fires in a large area.

Meanwhile, among the technologies for responding to fire, there is a fire extinguishing cover that blocks the inflow of air and achieves suffocation extinguishment by covering the fire occurrence location or structure with a cover made of non-combustible material. For example, Patent Registration No. 10-2470858 discloses a suffocating fire extinguishing cover having a sprinkler structure for extinguishing a vehicle fire. However, conventional suffocation fire extinguishing covers, including those disclosed in Registered Patent Publication No. 10-2470858, are designed to be closed by a person directly covering the fire location or structure in the event of a fire, preventing fires that occur widely in a wide area, such as forest fires. There are limitations that are difficult to respond to.

Registered Patent Publication No. 10-2470858

According to one aspect of the present invention, a fire extinguishing cover formed on a substrate with a coating layer of a non-combustible material such as aluminum is coupled to one or more nozzles of the device, and the device is provided with such nozzles and a gas tank connected to each nozzle. It is possible to provide a fire extinguishing cover release device and a method of using the same that can be installed in one area of a structure to prevent damage from fire by blowing away the fire extinguishing cover through high-pressure gas when a fire occurs.

A fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to one aspect of the present invention includes a nozzle assembly including one or more nozzles; a gas tank configured to enable gas communication with the one or more nozzles and configured to discharge gas through the one or more nozzles; a control unit configured to control gas discharge from the gas tank; and one or more connecting members configured to be coupled to the discharge port of each of the one or more nozzles.

At this time, each of the one or more connecting members is configured to separate from the nozzle as gas is discharged from the gas tank through the nozzle, and includes a fastening portion for being coupled to a portion of the fire extinguishing cover.

In one embodiment, the nozzle assembly includes a plurality of connection pipes arranged to transport gas in different directions and each including one or more nozzles; And it further includes a supply pipe connecting the plurality of connection pipes and the gas tank.

In one embodiment, the plurality of connection pipes are arranged to extend radially around the supply pipe.

The fire cover discharge device according to one embodiment is configured to be controlled by the control unit, and further includes a valve member coupled between the gas tank and the plurality of connection pipes to regulate gas discharge from the gas tank.

In one embodiment, the fire extinguishing cover includes an opening configured to allow the supply pipe or the plurality of connection pipes to pass through; And it includes one or more holes formed on the edge of the fire cover to be coupled to the fastening portion of the one or more connecting members.

In one embodiment, the fastening portion is a ring-shaped member configured to penetrate the hole.

In one embodiment, the fire extinguishing cover is formed by laminating a coating layer containing aluminum on a substrate made of a flexible material.

In one embodiment, each of the one or more connecting members includes: a first portion configured to be inserted into the nozzle; and a second part extending from the first part and connected to the fastening part, wherein the diameter of the second part is larger than the inner diameter of the nozzle.

In one embodiment, the control unit includes a memory storing executable instructions, a communication module configured to communicate with an external system, and a processor communicatively connected to the memory and the communication module. At this time, the processor is configured to control gas discharge from the gas tank by executing the command based on data received through the communication module.

A method of using a fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to an aspect of the present invention includes one or more nozzles, a gas tank configured to enable gas communication with the one or more nozzles, and a discharge port of each of the one or more nozzles and connected to a portion of the fire extinguishing cover. Preparing a fire cover release device including one or more connecting members each including a fastening portion to be coupled; coupling the fire extinguishing cover to the one or more connecting members using the fastening part; Installing the fire cover discharge device on the structure; And discharging the fire extinguishing cover coupled to the connecting member toward the structure by discharging gas from the gas tank through the nozzle so that the connecting member coupled to the discharge port of the nozzle separates from the nozzle. do.

The fire extinguishing cover release device according to one aspect of the present invention allows a fire extinguishing cover in which a coating layer of a non-combustible material, such as aluminum, is bonded to a flexible substrate, such as fabric, using a high-temperature adhesive or the like to be coupled to a connecting member. It is configured to connect the connecting member with the fire extinguishing cover to the discharge port of each nozzle of the device, so that in the event of a fire, compressed gas is discharged through the nozzle to blow the fire extinguishing cover to the required location.

The fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to one aspect of the present invention is provided with a plurality of nozzles radially capable of discharging gas such as carbon dioxide at high pressure. The fire extinguishing cover discharge device is installed on the upper part of a structure such as a building and discharges high pressure through the nozzle. When the gas is released, the fire extinguishing cover spreads in all directions and quickly covers the structure, achieving efficient suffocation extinguishing and preventing damage from fire.

1 is a perspective view of a fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to one embodiment.
Figure 2 is a top view of a nozzle assembly of a fire cover discharge device according to one embodiment.
3 is a plan view of a nozzle assembly of a fire cover discharge device according to another embodiment.
Figure 4 is a conceptual diagram showing a connection portion between a nozzle of a fire extinguishing cover discharge device and a fire extinguishing cover according to an embodiment.
5 is a plan view of a fire extinguishing cover coupled to a fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to one embodiment.
6A and 6B are conceptual diagrams for explaining the operation of a fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to an embodiment.
Figure 7 is a block diagram showing the hardware configuration of the control unit in the fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to one embodiment.
Figure 8 is a flowchart showing each step of a method of using a fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to an embodiment.

Below, several exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be discussed in detail.

In describing the embodiments of the present specification, if it is determined that a detailed description of a known configuration or function may obscure the gist of the embodiments of the present specification, the detailed description thereof will be omitted. In addition, in the drawings, parts that are not related to the description of the embodiments of the present specification are omitted, and similar parts are given similar reference numerals.

In the embodiments of the present specification, when a component is said to be “connected,” “coupled,” or “connected” to another component, this refers not only to a direct connection relationship, but also to an indirect relationship where another component exists in between. Connection relationships may also be included. In addition, when a component is said to "include" or "have" another component, this does not mean excluding the other component, but may further include another component, unless specifically stated to the contrary. .

In the embodiments of this specification, terms such as first, second, etc. are used only for the purpose of distinguishing one component from other components, and do not limit the order or importance of components unless specifically mentioned. No. Therefore, within the scope of the embodiments of the present specification, the first component in an embodiment may be referred to as a second component in another embodiment, and similarly, the second component in the embodiment may be referred to as the first component in another embodiment. It may also be called.

In the embodiments of the present specification, distinct components are intended to clearly explain each feature, and do not necessarily mean that the components are separated. That is, a plurality of components may be integrated to form one hardware or software unit, or one component may be distributed to form a plurality of hardware or software units. Therefore, even if not specifically mentioned, such integrated or distributed embodiments are also included in the scope of the embodiments of the present specification.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to an embodiment, and FIG. 2 is a top view of a nozzle assembly of a fire extinguishing cover discharging device according to an embodiment.

1 and 2, the fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to one embodiment includes a nozzle assembly 10 including one or more nozzles 101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132, and A gas tank 50 coupled to the nozzle assembly 10 to allow gas communication and configured to discharge gas through each nozzle (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132), and a gas tank ( It includes a control unit 40 configured to control gas emissions from 50).

The nozzle assembly 10 includes one or more nozzles 101-102, 111-112, 121-122, and 131-132 arranged in the same or different directions. In one embodiment, each of the one or more nozzles (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132) may be configured to increase or decrease the length through a structure such as a double pipe or corrugated pipe. In addition, each of the one or more nozzles (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132) is hollow on the inside to form a channel for gas flow, thereby allowing the high-pressure gas supplied from the gas tank 50 to the outside. It is configured to be discharged as.

In one embodiment, the nozzle assembly 10 includes a plurality of connection pipes 105, 115, 125, and 135 arranged in different directions, and each of the one or more connection pipes 105, 115, 125, and 135 includes one Alternatively, a plurality of nozzles 101-102, 111-112, 121-122, and 131-132 may be combined. For example, in the embodiment shown in FIG. 2, the connecting pipes 105, 115, 125, and 135 are Y-shaped pipes each having two nozzles (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, and 131-132). It was composed. However, this is an example, and in other embodiments, each connecting pipe may be configured to include more or fewer nozzles.

In one embodiment, the nozzle assembly 10 is coupled between the gas tank 50 and the connecting pipes 105, 115, 125, and 135 and connects the gas supplied from the gas tank 50 to the connecting pipes 105, 115, It may further include a supply pipe 20 for transport in directions 125 and 135). The supply pipe 20 and each connection pipe 105, 115, 125, and 135 may be made of metal, synthetic resin, or any other material.

In one embodiment, the supply pipe 20 and each of the connection pipes 105, 115, 125, and 135 may be coupled to each other using couplers 21-24. The coupler 21-24 is a cylindrical member for combining different pipes inserted into the coupler 21-24 from both directions, and may be made of metal, synthetic resin, or any other material. However, in another embodiment, the supply pipe 20 and the connection pipes 105, 115, 125, and 135 may be configured as one integrated pipe, and in this case, the coupler 21-24 may be omitted.

The gas outlet of each nozzle (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132) is closed in the form of a gas outlet through the nozzle (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132). Connecting members 301-302, 311-312, 321-322, and 331-332 are disposed. The connecting members (301-302, 311-312, 321-322, 331-332) are configured to be combined with a non-flammable or flame-retardant fire extinguishing cover, and the connecting members (301-302, 311-312, 321-322, 331-332) ) and the combination of the fire extinguishing cover will be described in detail later with reference to Figure 4.

The gas tank 50 contains compressed gas consisting of carbon dioxide (CO ₂ ) or any other gas. When the operation of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device is started through the control unit 40, the gas tank 50 releases compressed gas through each nozzle (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132). It has the function of blowing a fire extinguishing cover in the form of fabric, etc., toward the fire extinguishing target (for example, a building, etc.).

In one embodiment, the control unit 40 operates the nozzles 101-102, 111-112, 121-122, and 131-132 by opening and closing the valve member 30 coupled to the discharge pipe 150 of the gas tank 50. ) can be used to selectively control gas supply. For example, the valve member 30 may be a solenoid valve that can be controlled electronically by the control unit 40, but is not limited thereto.

In one embodiment, the valve member 30 is coupled to the discharge pipe 150 using a flange member 60 or the like. That is, the discharge pipe 150 is located on one side of the flange member 60, the supply pipe 20 is located on the other side of the flange member 60, and the valve member 30 is connected to the discharge pipe 150 and the supply pipe 20. ) can be coupled between to selectively open or block the gas flow from the discharge pipe 150 to the supply pipe 20.

In the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, the discharge pipe 150 of the gas tank 50 is shown as a pipe bent at 90 degrees to miniaturize the fire extinguishing cover discharge device, but this is an example, and in another embodiment, the gas tank The coupling method of (50) and the valve member (30) may be different from this.

In addition, in the embodiment shown in FIG. 1, the valve member 30 is coupled between the discharge pipe 150 and the supply pipe 20, but this is an example, and the valve member 30 is connected to the gas tank 50. It may also be located at other different points in the gas path between nozzles 101-102, 111-112, 121-122, and 131-132.

1 and 2, two nozzles (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132) are formed in each connection pipe (105, 115, 125, and 135), for a total of four connections. The pipes 105, 115, 125, and 135 were arranged radially to form an angle of 90 degrees to each other with the position of the supply pipe 20 as the center. However, in another embodiment, as shown in FIG. 3, three nozzles (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132) are provided in each connection pipe (105, 115, 125, and 135). Alternatively, fewer or more nozzles may be provided.

In addition, in the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, Y-shaped connection pipes 105, 115, 125, and 135 are used, and in this case, nozzles 101-102, 111-112, 121-122, and 131-132 ) refers to the part of the pipe corresponding to the discharge port in the Y-shaped pipe. However, this is an example, and in another embodiment, each connecting pipe (105, 115, 125, 135) and each nozzle (101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-) as shown in FIG. 132) are composed of separate pipes that are physically separated from each other, and may be connected to each other to enable gas communication using a coupler, etc.

Furthermore, in the embodiment described above with reference to FIGS. 1 to 3, the plurality of connection pipes 105, 115, 125, and 135 extend radially with the same angle distance from each other around the position of the supply pipe 20. It was arranged so as to be possible. In this case, since the fire cover is blown away as it spreads in all directions from the fire cover release device, it is preferable to use the fire cover release device by placing it in the center of the structure.

However, this is an example, and in other embodiments, each connecting pipe and/or each nozzle of the fire cover discharge device may be disposed biased in a specific direction, or may be disposed in a bent or bent shape toward a specific direction. In this case, since the direction in which the nozzle of the fire cover discharge device faces becomes the discharge direction of the fire cover, the fire cover discharge device must be installed and used biased to one side of the structure, or the fire cover discharge device may be held and used by a person to determine the discharge direction of the fire cover. When it is desired to release the fire extinguishing cover in one direction, the arrangement according to this embodiment can be easily utilized.

Figure 4 is a conceptual diagram showing a connection portion between a nozzle of a fire extinguishing cover discharge device and a fire extinguishing cover according to an embodiment.

Referring to Figure 4, connection members (301-302) may be coupled to the discharge ports of one or more nozzles (101-102) of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device, respectively. The connecting member (301-302) normally blocks the discharge port of the nozzle (101-102) in an airtight manner, but when high-pressure gas is discharged through the nozzle (101-102), the gas pressure is enough to push it away. It is made of heavy metal, synthetic resin or other suitable material.

Additionally, each of the connecting members (301-302) coupled to the discharge port ends of the nozzles (101-102) may be coupled to a portion of the fire extinguishing cover (200). At this time, the plurality of connecting members (301-303) may be configured to be fixed to one area of one fire extinguishing cover (200). For example, each connecting member (301-303) has a fastening portion 310 that is a ring-shaped member, and the fastening portion 310 itself or another ring coupled to the fastening portion 310 is connected to the edge of the fire extinguishing cover 200. The connecting members (301-303) can be coupled to the fire extinguishing cover (200) in a manner that passes through the hole formed in.

In one embodiment, the connecting member 301 includes a first part 3011 extending inside the nozzle 101 and a second part 3012 located outside the nozzle 101 and configured to block the discharge opening of the nozzle 101. ) includes. In order to block the discharge port of the nozzle 101, the diameter R of the largest diameter part of the second part 3012 may be at least larger than the inner diameter of the nozzle 101. In addition, the second part 3012 is connected to the fastening part 310 or is formed integrally with the fastening part 310, so that the fire extinguishing cover 200 coupled to the fastening part 310 is connected to the nozzle 101 from the outside of the nozzle 101. It can be located near the discharge port of (101).

In the embodiment shown in FIG. 4, the shape of the connecting member 301 is described using the connecting member 301 coupled to a specific nozzle 101, but the same structure can be used in one or more other connections coupled to one or more other nozzles. It will be easily understood by those skilled in the art that the same can be applied to members.

Additionally, in one embodiment, the amount of air pressure required to blow away the connecting member 301 blocking the discharge port of the nozzle 101 is based at least in part on the length of the first region 3011 of the connecting member 301. It is decided. The longer the length of the first area 3011, the deeper the connecting member 301 is inserted into the nozzle 101, so the larger the connecting member 301 is, the larger it is to release the connecting member 301 (i.e., to blow away the fire extinguishing cover 200). Air pressure is required, and the shorter the length of the first area 3011, the closer the connecting member 301 is located only to the discharge port of the nozzle 301, so the connecting member 301 can be discharged even with a smaller air pressure. (That is, blowing away the fire extinguishing cover 200) becomes possible.

In one embodiment, based on the above structural features, it is possible to vary the length of the first region of the connecting member coupled to each nozzle from the fire extinguishing cover discharge device for each region toward which it faces. For example, referring to Figure 3, the connecting member coupled to the nozzles 111-113 facing forward of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device has the length of the first region as the first length, and the nozzle facing the side of the fire extinguishing cover discharging device. The connecting member coupled to (101-103, 121-123) has a length of the first region with a second length that is longer than the preceding first length, and is connected to the nozzle (131-133) facing the rear of the fire cover discharge device. The length of the first region of the connected connecting member may be set to a third length that is longer than the preceding second length.

In this case, by appropriately adjusting the air pressure discharged through each nozzle (101-103, 111-113, 121-123, 131-133), when the air pressure is the first pressure, it is discharged in front of the fire cover discharge device. Only the connecting members located on the fire extinguishing cover are released to spread forward, and in this state, when air is discharged with a second pressure greater than the first pressure, the connecting members located on the side of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device are released and the fire extinguishing cover is expanded. The side is additionally unfolded, and in this state, when air is discharged at a third pressure that is greater than the second pressure, the connecting members located at the rear of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device are released, allowing the fire extinguishing cover to be fully unfolded in all directions.

In the above, the length of the first region of the connecting member and the air pressure for discharging it have been described as an example of adjusting the length in three stages, but the length of the first region of the connecting member may be adjusted depending on the arrangement type or purpose of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device. It is also possible to configure it in stages with fewer or more stages than three. Through this embodiment, one or more parts of the fire cover are discharged into the nozzle while gradually increasing the air pressure, without necessarily allowing the fire cover coupled to the fire cover release device to unfold in all directions at once. There is an advantage in allowing this to unfold in stages.

Meanwhile, in another embodiment, instead of adjusting the length of the first region of the connecting member, the length of the nozzle facing each direction of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device may be adjusted to allow the fire extinguishing cover to unfold in stages similar to the above-mentioned.

For example, referring to Figure 3, in one embodiment, the length of the nozzles 111-113 facing the front of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device is set to the fourth length, and the nozzles 101-103 facing the side of the fire extinguishing cover discharging device are set to the fourth length. , 121-123) is set to a fifth length that is longer than the fourth length, and the length of the nozzle (131-133) facing the rear of the fire cover discharge device is set to a sixth length that is longer than the fifth length. You can. At this time, the length of each nozzle is the length of the gas transfer path from the supply pipe 20 to the discharge port at the end of each nozzle, or the length from the end of each connection pipe 105, 115, 125, 135 to the discharge port at the end of each nozzle. It refers to the length of the gas transfer path.

Even if the same connecting member is coupled to each nozzle (101-103, 111-113, 121-123, 131-133), the length of the nozzle (101-103, 111-113, 121-123, 131-133) If they are different from each other, the gas pressure required to blow away the connecting member located at the end will be different. Therefore, by appropriately controlling the air pressure discharged through each nozzle (101-103, 111-113, 121-123, 131-133), when the air pressure is the fourth pressure, it is located in front of the fire cover discharge device. Only the connecting members located on the side of the fire extinguishing cover release device are released to spread the fire cover forward, and then when air is discharged at a fifth pressure that is greater than the fourth pressure, the connecting members located on the side of the fire cover release device are released, causing the side of the fire cover to expand. When it is additionally unfolded and the air is discharged at a sixth pressure greater than the fifth pressure, the connecting members located at the rear of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device are released, thereby allowing the fire extinguishing cover to be completely unfolded in all directions.

5 is a plan view of a fire extinguishing cover coupled to a fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to one embodiment.

The fire extinguishing cover release device according to the embodiments is configured to be coupled to the fire extinguishing cover 200 through the above-described connecting member. Additionally, the fire extinguishing cover release device according to embodiments may be configured to include a fire extinguishing cover 200 coupled to the connecting member. The fire extinguishing cover 200 is a material having non-combustible or flame-retardant characteristics, and serves to protect the area inside the fire extinguishing cover 200 from fire by covering the fire extinguishing cover 200 on a specific location or structure adjacent to the area where a fire occurs. Do it. Additionally, by covering the fire extinguishing cover 200 over the area where a fire has already occurred, the inflow of air can be blocked and suffocation extinguishment can be achieved.

In one embodiment, the fire extinguishing cover 200 may be a member in which a coating layer made of a non-combustible or flame-retardant material is formed on a base material made of a flexible material so that it can be easily folded and unfolded. For example, the base material of the fire extinguishing cover 200 may be a woven fabric using natural or artificial fibers, and the fibers that make up the woven fabric may be polyester, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), (heat-resistant para-aramid ( It may be made of p-aramid) synthetic fibers such as Kevlar, nylon, ceramic fiber, etc., but is not limited thereto.

By forming a coating layer made of a non-flammable material such as aluminum on such a flexible substrate, the fire extinguishing cover 200 can be formed to prevent suffocation extinguishment and fire spread. However, the material of the coating layer of the fire extinguishing cover 200 is not limited to aluminum, and any material with excellent fire resistance, such as aluminum alloy or alloys of zinc, magnesium, titanium, etc., can be used as a fire extinguishing cover according to embodiments of the present invention ( 200) can be used as a coating material to form.

In one embodiment, a coating layer having fire resistance may be formed by bonding a substrate such as a fabric to a material to be coated such as an aluminum film using an adhesive. At this time, a high-temperature adhesive or the like is used to achieve adhesion between the substrate and the coating layer without separating the coating layer from the substrate even in the event of a fire, so that the substrate and the coating layer can be bonded to each other with the adhesive layer in between.

The configuration of the fire extinguishing cover having incombustibility or flame retardancy is well known from the conventional fire extinguishing covers for achieving suffocation extinguishing, so detailed description thereof is omitted in this specification to clarify the gist of the invention.

Meanwhile, referring to Figure 5, in one embodiment, an opening 2010 is formed in the center of the fire extinguishing cover 200. The opening 2010 is connected to other components of the fire cover discharge device according to the embodiments, namely the gas tank 50 of FIG. 1, the gas discharge pipe 150, the valve member 30, the supply pipe 20 and the connecting pipe ( 105, 115, 125, 135) is formed to a size large enough to allow one or more of the required ones to pass through. For example, with the gas tank 50, the gas discharge pipe 150, and the valve member 30 located below the fire extinguishing cover 200, the supply pipe 20 and the connection pipes 105, 115, 125, The opening 2010 may be formed so that 135) protrudes upward from the fire extinguishing cover 200 through the opening 2010.

In addition, the fire extinguishing cover 200 is formed with one or more holes (201-202, 211-212, 221-222, 231-232) for coupling to the fastening portion of the connecting member. In one embodiment, the holes 201-202, 211-212, 221-222, and 231-232 may be formed and arranged along the edge of the fire extinguishing cover 200, but are not limited thereto.

In one embodiment, the fire cover 200 has a number of holes (201-202, 211-212, 221-222, 231-232) can be formed. The fire cover 200 shown in FIG. 5 is configured to be coupled to a fire cover discharge device having the nozzle assembly shown in FIG. 2. That is, the connecting members of the discharge ports of the nozzles 101-102 are respectively coupled to the holes 201-202 on the first side of the fire extinguishing cover 200, and the connecting members of the discharge ports of the nozzles 111-112 are connected to the fire extinguishing cover ( 200), and the connection members of the discharge ports of the nozzles (121-122) are respectively coupled to the holes (221-222) on the third side of the fire extinguishing cover (200). , the connecting members of the discharge ports of the nozzles (131-132) are respectively coupled to the holes (231-232) on the fourth side of the fire extinguishing cover (200).

In the above embodiment, one side of the fire extinguishing cover 200 is coupled to the discharge port of the nozzles connected to one connecting pipe (105, 115, 125, 135) through a connecting member. The fire extinguishing cover discharge device includes four connecting pipes (105, 115, 125, 135) extending radially in four directions, and extinguishing fire is applied to nozzles extending from each connecting pipe (105, 115, 125, 135). Each side of the fire extinguishing cover 200 may be coupled to the fire extinguishing cover discharge device in such a way that one side of the cover 200 is connected.

However, this is an example, and in other embodiments, more or fewer holes may be formed on each side of the fire extinguishing cover 200 than the number of nozzles facing a specific direction. Additionally, holes formed on sides of the fire extinguishing cover 200 in different directions may be commonly coupled to the same nozzle or to nozzles extending from the same connection pipe.

Furthermore, in the embodiments of the present specification, the fire extinguishing cover 200 is shown as having a rectangular shape, but in other embodiments, the fire extinguishing cover 200 has an arbitrary shape such as another polygon, circle, or ellipse, and the fire extinguishing cover 200 ), one or more holes arranged along the outer periphery may be coupled to each nozzle of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device in any manner regardless of the arrangement direction, number, order, etc.

6A and 6B are conceptual diagrams for explaining the operation of a fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to an embodiment.

Figure 6a shows a state in which the fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to one embodiment is installed in a structure 500, such as a house. Referring to FIG. 6A, the fire extinguishing cover discharge device may be arranged so that the nozzle assembly 10 is located at a position where the entire structure 500 can be viewed, for example, at the top of the structure 500. In addition, the fire extinguishing cover discharge device may be coupled with a fire extinguishing cover 200 that is flame retardant using an aluminum coating layer or the like.

Figure 6b shows a state in which the fire extinguishing cover release device operates to cover the fire extinguishing cover 200 on the structure 500. As shown in Figure 6b, when the valve connected to the gas tank is opened while the fire cover release device is installed on the structure 500, high-pressure gas (carbon dioxide, etc.) is released through each nozzle of the nozzle assembly 10. The connecting member at the end of the nozzle outlet is blown away, and as a result, the fire extinguishing cover 200 coupled to the connecting member spreads radially with the installation position of the nozzle assembly 10 as the center, forming a structure 500 located at the lower part. will cover. The fire extinguishing cover 200 with flame retardant performance is released and covers the structure 500, preventing additional air from entering the fire point and preventing the fire from spreading from the outside, thereby protecting the structure 500 from damage caused by fire. It can be protected.

Control of the fire cover discharge device for the operation described with reference to FIGS. 6A and 6B is achieved through a control unit 40 configured to selectively regulate the gas supply from the gas tank as described above with reference to FIG. 1. The control unit 40 is configured to be integrated with the fire cover release device and may operate in a remotely controlled manner by a signal received from the outside, or the control unit 40 may be physically separated from other components of the fire cover release device. It is composed of a device, and the control unit 40 may operate by remotely opening and closing the valve member 30 through a signal.

Below, the control operation and use method of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device through the control unit 40 will be described in detail.

Figure 7 is a block diagram showing the hardware configuration of the control unit in the fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to one embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 7, the control unit of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to embodiments is implemented in the form of a computing device including hardware 400, memory 401, processor 402, communication module 403, and input/output It may include part 404.

The memory 401 is a non-transitory computer-readable recording medium, and is a non-perishable large capacity device such as random access memory (RAM), read only memory (ROM), disk drive, solid state drive (SSD), flash memory, etc. It may include a permanent mass storage device. Here, non-perishable mass storage devices such as ROM, SSD, flash memory, disk drive, etc. may be included in the above-mentioned device or server as a separate persistent storage device that is distinct from the memory 401.

Additionally, the memory 401 may store an operating system and at least one program code (for example, a code for a security module or an application installed to provide a specific service). These software components may be loaded from a computer-readable recording medium separate from the memory 401. Such separate computer-readable recording media may include computer-readable recording media such as floppy drives, disks, tapes, DVD/CD-ROM drives, and memory cards.

In another embodiment, software components may be loaded into the memory 401 through the communication module 403 rather than a computer-readable recording medium. For example, at least one program is based on a computer program installed in memory ( 401).

The processor 402 may be configured to process instructions of a computer program by performing basic arithmetic, logic, and input/output operations. Commands may be provided to the processor 402 by the memory 401 or the communication module 403. For example, processor 402 may be configured to execute received instructions according to program code stored in a recording device such as memory 401.

The communication module 403 may provide a function for the fire cover release device to communicate with a remote control device (not shown), etc. through a wired and/or wireless network. Alternatively, the communication module 403 may provide a function for controlling the valve member of the fire cover release device according to a command input from a user using the fire cover release device. That is, the communication module 403 is a part for realizing the operation of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device by having its function controlled by the processor 402 that refers to the memory 401.

The input/output unit 404 may be a means for interfacing with an external input/output device (not shown). For example, external input devices may include devices such as a keyboard, mouse, microphone, and camera, and external output devices may include devices such as a display, speaker, and haptic feedback device. As another example, the input/output unit 404 may be a means for interfacing with a device that integrates input and output functions, such as a touch screen.

Additionally, in other embodiments the control section of the fire envelope discharge device may include more hardware components than those shown in FIG. 7 depending on the nature of the device being applied. For example, when the control unit is applied to a terminal device used by a user, it is implemented to include at least some of the above-mentioned input/output devices, or a transceiver, a Global Positioning System (GPS) module, a camera, various sensors, a database, etc. It may also include other components.

As a more specific example, when the terminal device is a smartphone, various devices generally included in the smartphone, such as acceleration sensors, gyro sensors, camera modules, various physical buttons, buttons using a touch panel, input/output ports, and vibrators for vibration, etc. It can be implemented to include more components.

The method of using the fire extinguishing cover discharge device described later with reference to FIG. 8 may be performed at least partially using a control unit implemented in the form of a computing device including the hardware 400 configuration described above with reference to FIG. 7. As an example, the operation by the control unit may be provided to the user in the form of a service based on at least one of applications, software, and other programs that operate based on the user device and/or server.

Figure 8 is a flowchart showing each step of a method of using a fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to an embodiment. For convenience of explanation, a method of using the fire extinguishing cover discharge device according to this embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 1, 6A, and 6B.

First, a fire extinguishing cover discharge device including a nozzle assembly (10), a gas tank (50), and connecting members (301-302, 311-312, 321-322, 331-332) for coupling with the fire extinguishing cover can be prepared. There is (S1). Since the configuration of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device has been described in detail with reference to FIGS. 1 to 7, detailed description will be omitted to avoid duplication of explanation.

Next, the fire cover release device can be installed in an area of the target structure 500 to be protected from fire (S2). In addition, the fire extinguishing cover 200 can be coupled to the connecting members (301-302, 311-312, 321-322, 331-332) of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device (S3). In Figure 8, the fire extinguishing cover 200 is shown to be coupled after installation of the fire extinguishing cover discharge device, but this is an example for convenience of explanation, and depending on the embodiment, the fire extinguishing cover 200 is coupled to the fire extinguishing cover discharging device. A fire cover release device may be disposed on the structure 500 in its current state.

Next, compressed gas (carbon dioxide, etc.) is discharged from the gas tank 50 through each nozzle 101-102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132 of the nozzle structure 10, thereby discharging the compressed gas (carbon dioxide, etc.) The connecting members (301-302, 311-312, 321-322, 331-332) blocking the discharge ports of -102, 111-112, 121-122, 131-132) can be released (S4). Since each of the connecting members (301-302, 311-312, 321-322, 331-332) is coupled to the fire extinguishing cover (200), the connecting members (301-302, 311-312, 321-322) are connected through gas discharge. , 331-332), the fire extinguishing cover 200 coupled thereto is released while unfolding in the direction of movement of the connecting members (301-302, 311-312, 321-322, 331-332), and as a result, in Figure 6b As shown, the structure 500 can be covered with a fire extinguishing cover 200.

By using the fire extinguishing cover release device according to the embodiments of the present invention discussed above, when a fire occurs, the fire extinguishing cover can be blown to the required location by releasing compressed gas through the nozzle, so fire can occur in a wide area such as forest fire. However, by operating the fire cover release device on each structure where the fire cover release device is installed, there is an advantage of quickly covering the structure with a fire cover to achieve efficient suffocation and prevent damage from fire.

The present invention discussed above has been described with reference to the embodiments shown in the drawings, but these are merely illustrative examples, and those skilled in the art will understand that various modifications and modifications of the embodiments are possible therefrom. However, such modifications should be considered within the technical protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, the true technical protection scope of the present invention should be determined by the technical spirit of the attached claims.

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a nozzle assembly including one or more nozzles;
a gas tank configured to enable gas communication with the one or more nozzles and configured to discharge gas through the one or more nozzles;
a control unit configured to control gas discharge from the gas tank; and
Includes one or more connecting members configured to be coupled to the discharge port of each of the one or more nozzles,
Each of the one or more connecting members,
It is configured to escape from the nozzle as the gas is discharged from the gas tank through the nozzle,
A fire cover release device comprising a fastener for coupling to a portion of the fire cover.
According to paragraph 1,
The nozzle assembly is,
a plurality of connecting pipes arranged to transport gas in different directions and each including one or more of the nozzles; and
A fire cover discharge device further comprising a supply pipe connecting the plurality of connection pipes and the gas tank.
According to paragraph 2,
The plurality of connecting pipes are arranged to extend radially around the supply pipe.
According to paragraph 2,
The fire cover discharge device is configured to be controlled by the control unit and further includes a valve member coupled between the gas tank and the plurality of connecting pipes to regulate gas discharge from the gas tank.
According to paragraph 2,
The fire extinguishing cover is,
an opening configured to allow the supply pipe or the plurality of connection pipes to pass through; and
A fire cover release device comprising at least one hole formed at an edge of the fire cover to be coupled to the fastening portion of the at least one connecting member.
According to clause 5,
The fastening portion is a fire cover release device wherein the fastening portion is an annular member configured to penetrate the hole.
According to paragraph 1,
The fire extinguishing cover is a fire extinguishing cover release device formed by laminating a coating layer containing aluminum on a base material made of a flexible material.
According to paragraph 1,
Each of the one or more connecting members,
a first portion configured to be inserted into the nozzle; and
It includes a second part extending from the first part and connected to the fastening part,
A fire extinguishing cover discharge device wherein the diameter of the second portion is larger than the inner diameter of the nozzle.
According to paragraph 1,
The control unit includes a memory storing executable instructions, a communication module configured to communicate with an external system, and a processor communicatively connected to the memory and the communication module,
The processor is configured to control gas discharge from the gas tank by executing the instructions based on data received through the communication module.
A fire extinguishing device comprising one or more nozzles, a gas tank configured to enable gas communication with the one or more nozzles, and one or more connection members each including a fastening portion coupled to a discharge port of each of the one or more nozzles and coupled to a portion of the fire extinguishing cover. Preparing a cover release device;
coupling the fire extinguishing cover to the one or more connecting members using the fastening part;
Installing the fire cover discharge device on the structure; and
Discharging gas from the gas tank through the nozzle so that the connecting member coupled to the discharge port of the nozzle separates from the nozzle, thereby discharging the fire extinguishing cover coupled to the connecting member toward the structure. How to use fire cover discharge device.

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