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Problem Statements

Short circuiting, overcharging, high temperatures and overheating cause thermal runaway and the release of a flammable electrolyte which makes fire extinguishing very difficult and this has stalled the progress of the HEV and EV industry. -European Commission
If thermal runaway occurs, delay propagation to address safe evacuation of the passengers. -Dafo
Venting of high-temperature electrolytic solvent vapors, either through pressure relief devices or holes in the casing.

Ignition and burning of the adjacent flammable vehicle components or surfaces. -NHTSA
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Solution Areas

Gas sensor that can detect Carbon Monoxide.

Intelligent thermal detection system.

Suppression of smoke, heat, and gas.

Thermal Runaway

Straight Forward

The system is designed and operates with a strive towards minimalism.

When a over-heated component or a thermal-runaway is detected, it triggers the system to activate and suppress any potential fires.

Multiple Zone Protection

When a fire is detected, the suppression agent will only deploy at the specific zone, allowing the system to protect and monitor multiple zones.

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1. Distribution

The distribution system completely covers the identified fire zone with suppression agent and will hold the discharge for a full minute to fully suppress fire.

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2. Thermal Detection

The thermal detector is routed around the batteries and detects thermal activities at specific temperatures. Material; High performance fluoropolymer jacket FM Approved; For corrosive environments Detects; Temperature, location, and time of detections

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3. CO-Sensor

The CO-sensor makes it possible for early detection and warning for critical alarms and action.

  • Auto compensation for temperature and humidity.
  • Selectable Sensitivity: 0-1,000 ppm CO
  • Up to 10 years product lifespan
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4. Distribution Valve

The manifold is equipped with distribution valves that opens separately through an electric valve, when the system is discharged.

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5. Control Unit

The control unit gathers information, analysis data, communicates information and can make decisions when the driver is not there.

  • J1939
  • 3 zones capability
  • Internal Backup Power
  • IP67
  • Meets and exceeds J1455
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6. Digital Display

The display provides the driver with information and alerts incase of emergency.

  • Full Color Touchscreen
  • Inc. instructions for Service and Maintenance
  • Access to data history

Information Mode

Service Mode

Emergency Mode

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7. Agent Container

The agent container uses the same reliable technology used to inflate airbags. The contained is un-pressurized until activated and requires no scheduled maintenance.

Research conducted with a collaboration of experts from relevant fields:

Fire Suppression (Dafo Vehicle Fire Protection)

Battery Technology

Electronics

Sensor Technology

Physics

Vehicle Manufacturers

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