Chamber for fire suppression and evacuation

Abstract

The present invention relates to a chamber for fire suppression and evacuation, comprising: a chamber main body having a hatch through which people can enter / exit same; a space for evacuation and water storage, which is formed inside the chamber main body such that, when a fire occurs, same can receive people and can store water for fire suppression; a hose connector provided on the chamber main body such that same can be connected to a fire hose; and a power pump connected to the hose connector so as to transfer water that fills the space for evacuation and water storage to the hose connector. Accordingly, the interior of the chamber main body can be used as a space for storing water for fire suppression and as a space for evacuating firefighters, and fires can be effectively extinguished through hose connection and power pump operations.

Description

Fire suppression and evacuation chamber

[0001] The present invention relates to a fire suppression and evacuation chamber that can be used for fire suppression and evacuation of firefighters.

[0002] Currently, large-scale forest fires continue to occur around the world every year, and because it is difficult for fire trucks to enter when a forest fire breaks out, fires are put out by spraying large amounts of water from the air using fire helicopters (or fire aircraft).

[0003] In the case of firefighting helicopters, there is a problem in that they discharge all the water stored in the storage tank at once, causing the water to spread out, making it difficult to effectively extinguish forest fires.

[0004] In addition, due to the nature of forest fires, it is difficult to quickly deploy fire suppression equipment and personnel to the fire scene, so initial suppression of forest fires often fails. If initial suppression fails, the forest fire spreads with the wind, increasing the scale of damage.

[0005] Therefore, in order to minimize damage from forest fires, it is most important to suppress forest fires at an early stage, and to this end, measures are required to quickly deploy fire suppression equipment and personnel to the fire scene.

[0006] (Patent Document 1) Patent Registration No. 10-0666609 (January 3, 2007)

[0007] The present invention has been conceived in consideration of the above points, and its technical task is to provide a fire suppression and evacuation chamber that can support fire suppression by enabling firefighters to extinguish a fire using water and can be used as an evacuation space for firefighters.

[0008] The technical problems to be solved by the present invention are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the technical field to which the present invention belongs from the description below.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a fire suppression and evacuation chamber is disclosed, comprising: a chamber body having a hatch through which a person can enter; an evacuation and water receiving space formed inside the chamber body, the space capable of accommodating a person in the event of a fire and capable of accommodating water for fire suppression; a hose connection portion provided in the chamber body and capable of connecting to a fire hose; and a power pump connected to the hose connection portion, the power pump transferring water filled in the evacuation and water receiving space to the hose connection portion.

[0010] In addition, the chamber body may include an inner chamber in which the evacuation and water receiving space is formed; and an outer chamber formed outside the inner chamber and exposed to the outside.

[0011] Additionally, an intermediate insert formed of insulating material may be provided between the inner and outer chambers.

[0012] Additionally, a water-filled space filled with water can be formed between the inner and outer chambers.

[0013] Additionally, the external chamber can be formed by combining a plurality of split bodies.

[0014] Additionally, a power pump box that accommodates the power pump may be installed in the chamber body.

[0015] Additionally, a fire hose box for storing the fire hose may be installed in the chamber body.

[0016] Additionally, an emergency box containing at least one of an emergency rescue kit and an oxygen mask may be installed inside the chamber body.

[0017] Additionally, the chamber body may be equipped with an inspection port that allows for monitoring from the inside to the outside.

[0018] Additionally, a lighting device may be provided inside the chamber body.

[0019] Additionally, a water level sensor may be installed at a preset water level limit line on the inner wall of the chamber body to sense the height of water filled in the evacuation and water receiving space.

[0020] In addition, the chamber body may be additionally installed with a GPS module that generates location information of the chamber body; and a wireless communication module that transmits location information generated through the GPS module as a wireless signal.

[0021] In addition, a fire monitoring module for monitoring whether a fire has occurred around the chamber body may be connected to the wireless communication module.

[0022] Additionally, a surveillance camera connected to a display installed within the chamber body may be additionally installed in the chamber body.

[0023] Additionally, a solar cell module that provides power to electrical components installed in the chamber body through solar power generation may be additionally installed on the outside of the chamber body.

[0024] Additionally, a drainage space in which a filter is installed may be provided on the inside of the hose connection portion of the chamber body.

[0025] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the interior of the chamber body can be utilized as a water storage space for fire suppression and a preparation space for firefighters, and fires can be effectively extinguished through hose connections and the operation of a power pump. Accordingly, the fire suppression and evacuation chamber can be installed in advance on a mountain or deployed to a fire scene via a firefighting helicopter, thereby demonstrating excellent performance in forest fire suppression.

[0026] Additionally, it has the advantage of being able to save lives by being used as an evacuation space for people in the vicinity in case of a fire.

[0027] In addition, according to an embodiment of the present invention, the chamber body is formed in a dual form of an inner and outer chamber, so that heat resulting from a fire can be minimized from being transferred to the inner space of the chamber body.

[0028] In addition, according to an embodiment of the present invention, a GPS module and a wireless communication module are installed in the chamber body so that firefighters can easily determine the location of the fire suppression and evacuation chamber, and a fire monitoring module is installed in the chamber body so that a fire situation can be remotely identified and transmitted to firefighters so that the firefighters can be provided with information helpful for fire suppression.

[0029] In addition, according to an embodiment of the present invention, there is an advantage in that a solar cell module can be installed in the chamber body to supply power to a GPS module, a wireless communication module, etc. through solar power generation.

[0030] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a fire suppression and evacuation chamber according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 is a drawing showing a cross-section of the fire suppression and evacuation chamber illustrated in Figure 1;

[0032] Figure 3 is a drawing showing a situation in which a fire is extinguished using the fire extinguishment and evacuation chamber shown in Figure 1.

[0033] Figures 4a and 4b are drawings showing a method for moving the fire suppression and evacuation chamber shown in Figure 1;

[0034] Figure 5 is a front perspective view of a fire suppression and evacuation chamber according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 6 is a rear perspective view of the fire suppression and evacuation chamber shown in Figure 5;

[0036] Figure 7 is a cross-sectional perspective view of the fire suppression and evacuation chamber illustrated in Figure 5.

[0037] The present invention is susceptible to various modifications and embodiments. Specific embodiments are illustrated in the drawings and described in detail in the detailed description. However, this is not intended to limit the present invention to specific embodiments, but rather to encompass all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and technical scope of the present invention. In describing the present invention, detailed descriptions of related known technologies will be omitted if they are deemed to obscure the gist of the present invention.

[0038] Terms such as first, second, etc. may be used to describe various components, but these components should not be limited by these terms. These terms are used solely to distinguish one component from another.

[0039] The terminology used in this application is only used to describe specific embodiments and is not intended to limit the present invention. The singular expression includes the plural expression unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this application, it should be understood that the terms "comprises" or "has" indicate the presence of a feature, number, step, operation, component, part, or combination thereof described in the specification, but do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0040] Hereinafter, an embodiment of a fire suppression and evacuation chamber according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. In the description with reference to the attached drawings, identical or corresponding components are assigned the same drawing numbers, and redundant descriptions thereof will be omitted.

[0041] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a fire suppression and evacuation chamber according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of the fire suppression and evacuation chamber illustrated in FIG. 1, and FIG. 3 is a view illustrating a situation in which a fire is suppressed using the fire suppression and evacuation chamber illustrated in FIG. 1.

[0042] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 3, the fire suppression and evacuation chamber according to the present embodiment includes a chamber body (10), an evacuation and water receiving space (20), a hose connection (30, see FIG. 5), and a power pump (40).

[0043] The chamber body (10) is provided with a hatch (14, entrance / exit) through which a person can enter and an internal space capable of accommodating a person. In the present embodiment, a cylindrical chamber body (10) is exemplified. However, the shape of the chamber body (10) is not limited to this shape, and can be modified into various shapes. A hatch door (17) for opening and closing the hatch may be installed.

[0044] The chamber body (10) may include an inner chamber (11) in which an evacuation and water receiving space (20) is formed, and an outer chamber (12) formed outside the inner chamber (11). The outer chamber (12) may be formed to be exposed to the outside, and may be formed of a material having strong fire resistance. For example, the inner chamber (11) may be formed of a steel material, and the outer chamber (12) may be formed of a SUS (Steel Use Stainless) material. In addition, a fire-resistant film (e.g., fire-resistant paint) may be coated on the outer surface of the outer chamber (12). A base frame (15) for supporting the chamber body (10) may be installed at the bottom of the chamber body (10), and through this, the chamber body (10) may be fixed to the ground or positioned on a trailer (8), etc. In addition, a plurality of transport rings (19) for hanging a rope (6) for transporting the chamber body (10) may be installed at the top of the chamber body (10). And, a ladder (16) can be installed on the side of the chamber body (10) for a person to climb up to or descend from the hatch (14).

[0045] An intermediate insert (13) formed of an insulating material may be provided between the inner chamber (11) and the outer chamber (12), thereby minimizing the transfer of heat from the outside of the chamber body (10) to the escape and water receiving space (20). It is also possible to form a water-filled space filled with water instead of the insertion space of the intermediate insert (13) between the inner chamber (11) and the outer chamber (12).

[0046] The external chamber (12) can be formed by combining a plurality of split bodies (14a). According to the present embodiment, a flange (14b) having a fastening hole can be formed in the split body (14a), and the flanges (14b) can be fastened together using bolts (14c) to form the external chamber (12). Through this split structure of the external chamber (12), even if damage occurs to the external chamber (12) due to fire, only the split body (14a) at the damaged portion needs to be replaced, enabling efficient maintenance.

[0047] The evacuation and water receiving space (20) is formed inside the chamber body (10), and is formed so that it can accommodate people, for example, firefighters (1), when a fire breaks out, and also accommodate water (W) for fire suppression. A water level limit line can be formed at a certain height of the evacuation and water receiving space (20), and by filling the space with water (W) at a level lower than the water level limit line, when a person evacuates to the evacuation and water receiving space (20) while the space is filled with water (W), the person's head can be prevented from being submerged in water (W). The water level limit line can be set to a preset height on the inner wall of the chamber body (10), and a water level sensor (25) for sensing the height of the water (W) can be installed at the water level limit line. A notification device for generating notification information such as an alarm can be connected to the water level sensor (25), and when the water (W) is filled, the notification information can be set to be generated when the water (W) reaches the height of the water level limit line, thereby stopping the filling of the water (W).

[0048] A hose connection (30) is provided on the chamber body (10) and configured to be connected to a fire hose. The hose connection (30) may be formed at a lower position of the chamber body (10) so that water (W) can be drained by its own weight. In FIGS. 1 to 3, the hose connection (30) is not explicitly illustrated, but in FIG. 3, a fire hose (2) is connected to the hose connection (30) to spray water (W) on a fire suppression target (3).

[0049] The power pump (40) is connected to the hose connection (30) and is configured to transfer water (W) filled in the evacuation and water receiving space (20) to the hose connection (30). The power pump (40) may have a form that can be operated by operating fluid such as diesel fuel. The suction portion of the power pump (40) may be connected to the interior of the chamber body (10) through a pipe, a hose, or the like, and the discharge portion of the power pump (40) may be directly connected to the hose connection (30) or indirectly connected to the hose connection (30) through a pipe, a hose, or the like. The chamber body (10) may be equipped with a power pump box (41), and the power pump (40) may be installed in the power pump box (41).

[0050] A fire hose box (45) for storing a fire hose (2) may be additionally installed in the chamber body (10). In the present embodiment, a configuration in which a power pump box (41) and a fire hose box (45) are installed on both inner sides of the chamber body (10) is exemplified, and a storage door for opening and closing them may be installed on the exterior of the chamber body (10).

[0051] In addition, a support plate (47) may be installed on the upper part of the power pump box (41) and the hose storage box, and the support plate (47) may provide a flat surface for a person to stand on, and a plurality of through holes may be formed in the support plate (47) so that water (W) may pass downward.

[0052] An emergency box (23) that accommodates at least one of an emergency rescue kit and an oxygen mask may be installed inside the chamber body (10). The emergency box (23) may be installed above the water level limit line so as not to be submerged in water (W) when filling the evacuation and water receiving space (20) with water (W).

[0053] A transparent inspection port (18) that allows for monitoring from the inside to the outside may be installed in the chamber body (10). The inspection port (18) may have a form in which a transparent window is installed in a through hole of the chamber body (10).

[0054] A lighting device (e.g., LED, etc.) for lighting, a display for outputting image information, etc. may be additionally installed inside the chamber body (10), and the configuration of the eyepiece (18), lighting device, display, etc. may also be installed at an upper position of the water level limit line. In addition, a surveillance camera (57) for monitoring a fire situation may be installed on the outside of the chamber body (10), and by connecting this to the display, firefighters (1), etc. who are evacuating from the evacuation and water receiving space (20), can monitor the external fire situation through the display.

[0055] A GPS module (51) that generates location information of the chamber body (10), and a wireless communication module that transmits the location information generated through the GPS module (51) as a wireless signal may be installed at a predetermined location of the chamber body (10), for example, at the upper portion of the chamber body (10). According to this configuration, the location information of the chamber body (10) can be transmitted to the outside, and firefighters (1) can receive the information through a portable terminal (or smart phone) they carry and check the location information of the chamber body (10). Through this, firefighters (1) can check the chamber body (10) at the scene of a fire and easily reach the chamber body (10). In addition, when a fire situation around a specific chamber is serious, it can also be used to avoid the location where the chamber is installed.

[0056] Meanwhile, a fire monitoring module (53) may be installed in the chamber body (10) to monitor whether a fire has occurred around the chamber body (10), and an air quality sensor may be used as the fire monitoring module (53). Whether a fire has occurred, the extent of the fire, etc. can be indirectly measured through the air quality sensing value sensed by the air quality sensor. By combining the measurement values ​​of the air quality sensors of the fire suppression and evacuation chambers placed in multiple locations, a fire occurrence situation in a specific range can be identified. For example, it is possible for a control center to receive multiple measurement values, identify a fire occurrence situation, and transmit the corresponding information to a portable terminal carried by firefighters (1).

[0057] In addition, a solar cell module (55) that provides power to electrical components installed in the chamber body (10) through solar power generation may be additionally installed on the outside of the chamber body (10). The solar cell module (55) may be configured to provide power generated through solar power generation to electrical components such as a lighting device, a GPS module (51), a wireless communication module, and a fire monitoring module (53), or to store power in a battery connected to these electrical components.

[0058] Figures 4a and 4b are drawings showing a method for moving the fire suppression and evacuation chamber shown in Figure 1.

[0059] Fig. 4a shows a fire suppression and evacuation chamber being moved using a fire helicopter (5), and in this way, it is possible to transport it to a target location by hanging a rope (6) on a plurality of transport rings (19) provided on the chamber body (10). It is possible to transport it to a target location while the chamber body (10) is filled with water (W).

[0060] Fig. 4b shows moving a fire suppression and evacuation chamber using a truck (7), and it is also possible to load a plurality of fire suppression and evacuation chambers onto a trailer (8) and transport them to a target location.

[0061] According to the present embodiment, the fire suppression and evacuation chamber can be installed at a predetermined interval at a major location on the mountain while normally filled with water (W), and when a fire occurs, firefighters can be deployed to a surrounding location and take refuge in the fire suppression and evacuation chamber as shown in FIG. 2, or the fire can be suppressed using water (W) in the evacuation and water receiving space (20) by connecting a fire hose to a hose connection and operating a power pump as shown in FIG. 3.

[0062] Even if the fire suppression and evacuation chamber is not installed in advance at the location of the fire, it can be deployed to the fire scene using the method exemplified in FIGS. 4a and 4b, and in this case, the fire suppression and evacuation chamber can be deployed to the fire scene while the firefighter is on board the fire suppression and evacuation chamber.

[0063] Furthermore, the fire suppression and evacuation chamber according to the present invention can be utilized as an evacuation space, allowing not only firefighters but also those present at the scene of a fire to evacuate. From this perspective, in addition to installing fire suppression and evacuation chambers in areas where fires are expected (e.g., mountains), they can also be installed in residential areas, urban areas, and other locations, thereby minimizing casualties in the event of a fire.

[0064] Fig. 5 is a front perspective view of a fire suppression and evacuation chamber according to another embodiment of the present invention, Fig. 6 is a rear perspective view of the fire suppression and evacuation chamber illustrated in Fig. 5, and Fig. 7 is a cross-sectional perspective view of the fire suppression and evacuation chamber illustrated in Fig. 5.

[0065] The fire suppression and evacuation chamber according to the present embodiment also includes a chamber body (10), an evacuation and water receiving space (20), a hose connection (30), and a power pump (40), similar to the previous embodiment. The description of the configuration described in the previous embodiment will be omitted.

[0066] According to the present embodiment, unlike the previous embodiment, the chamber body (10) is formed in a rectangular parallelepiped shape. Accordingly, since the inner bottom of the chamber body (10) has a flat shape, there is no need to install a support plate (47) as in the previous embodiment.

[0067] In addition, a ring support (19a) is installed on the base frame (15), and the ring support (19a) extends through the chamber body (10) to the upper portion of the chamber body (10). A transport ring (19) is installed on the upper portion of the ring support (19a).

[0068] The outer chamber (12) of the chamber body (10) is formed by combining a plurality of split bodies (14a) as in the previous embodiment, but in the case of this embodiment, a flange (14b) is not formed and the split body (14a) is configured to be fastened to the inner chamber (11) via a bolt (14c).

[0069] On both sides of the chamber body (10), storage boxes (67, 68) having storage spaces are provided, and storage shelves (64, 66) for storing items can be installed inside the storage boxes. The storage shelves (64, 66) can have a form that can be pulled out in a sliding manner. A side door (61, 62) for opening and closing the storage space can be installed on the outside of the storage boxes (67, 68).

[0070] The storage box (67, 68) may have a shape that is recessed into the internal space of the chamber body (10), and the storage box (67, 68) can be used as a seat for a firefighter (1) to sit on or a stand for placing items in the evacuation and water receiving space (20).

[0071] According to this embodiment, one of the pair of storage racks (64, 66) is provided with an integrated box (48) for storing a power pump (40) and a fire hose (2). The remaining storage rack (64) can be used for other purposes, such as storing tools.

[0072] A drainage space (69) may be provided inside the hose connection (30) of the chamber body (10), and a filter for filtering foreign substances during drainage may be installed in the drainage space (69). This can prevent the hose connection (30) from being clogged by foreign substances. In addition, a valve for controlling the drainage amount and opening and closing the passage through which the water is drained to the hose connection (30) may be installed in the drainage space (59).

[0073] Although the present invention has been described above with reference to specific embodiments thereof, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various modifications and changes may be made to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention as set forth in the claims below.

[0074] The present invention is applied to a fire suppression and evacuation chamber technology that can utilize the interior of a chamber body as a space for containing water for fire suppression and a space for firefighters to prepare for fire, and effectively suppresses fire through hose connection and operation of a power pump.

Claims

1. A chamber body having a hatch through which people can enter and exit; An evacuation and water storage space formed inside the chamber body, capable of accommodating people in the event of a fire and capable of accommodating water for fire suppression; Equipped in the above chamber body, a hose connection that can be connected to a fire hose and It is connected to the above hose connection and includes a power pump that transfers water filled in the evacuation and water receiving space to the hose connection, The above chamber body has an inner chamber in which the above evacuation and water receiving space is formed, and A plurality of split bodies are formed by combining each other on the outside of the inner chamber, and include an outer chamber exposed to the outside, A water level sensor is installed at a preset water level limit line on the inner wall of the chamber body to sense the height of the water filled in the evacuation and water receiving space. Above the water level limit line of the inner chamber, an emergency box containing at least one of an emergency rescue kit and an oxygen mask, and a lighting device for illuminating the inner chamber are installed. A fire suppression and evacuation chamber characterized in that the water level sensor is connected to an alarm device for generating alarm information when water reaches the height of the water level limit line when filling with water.

2. In paragraph 1, A fire suppression and evacuation chamber characterized in that an intermediate insert formed of insulating material is provided between the inner and outer chambers.

3. In paragraph 1, A fire suppression and evacuation chamber characterized in that a water-filled space filled with water is formed between the inner and outer chambers.

4. In paragraph 1, A fire suppression and evacuation chamber characterized in that a power pump box that accommodates the power pump is installed in the chamber body.

5. In paragraph 1, A fire suppression and evacuation chamber characterized in that a fire hose box for storing the fire hose is installed in the chamber body.

6. In paragraph 1, A fire suppression and evacuation chamber characterized in that the chamber body is provided with an inspection port capable of monitoring from the inside to the outside.

7. In paragraph 1, A GPS module installed in the chamber body and generating location information of the chamber body; and A fire suppression and evacuation chamber further comprising a wireless communication module that transmits location information generated through the GPS module as a wireless signal.

8. In paragraph 7, A fire suppression and evacuation chamber further comprising a fire monitoring module connected to the wireless communication module and configured to monitor whether a fire has occurred around the chamber body.

9. In paragraph 1, A fire suppression and evacuation chamber characterized by further comprising a surveillance camera installed in the chamber body and connected to a display installed within the chamber body.

10. In paragraph 1, A fire suppression and evacuation chamber, characterized in that it further includes a solar cell module installed on the outside of the chamber body and providing power to electrical components installed in the chamber body through solar power generation.

11. In paragraph 1, A fire suppression and evacuation chamber characterized in that a drainage space in which a filter is installed is provided on the inside of the hose connection part of the chamber body.

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