Flame Retardant Composition Without Bromine or Borax
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current flame retardants containing bromine and borax compositions are toxic to humans and the environment, leading to health concerns and regulatory restrictions, necessitating a non-toxic, environmentally friendly alternative.
Innovation Solution
A flame retardant composition comprising ammonium sulfate and disodium hydrogen phosphate, which does not include bromine or borax, is developed in both solid and fluid forms, providing effective fire protection by creating a carbon layer that suppresses oxygen and prevents fire ignition.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If flame retardants containing bromine are used, then fire protection effectiveness is improved, but human health and environmental safety deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The invention changes the chemical composition parameters by replacing toxic bromine compounds with non-toxic alternatives (ammonium sulfate and disodium hydrogen phosphate), maintaining fire protection effectiveness while eliminating harmful effects on human health and the environment
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses readily available, inexpensive salts (ammonium sulfate and disodium hydrogen phosphate) that can be easily applied and do not persist as toxic contaminants, replacing expensive and harmful bromine-based flame retardants
2Reliability
If flame retardants containing borax are used, then fire protection effectiveness is improved, but environmental safety and sewer system compatibility deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The invention changes the chemical composition by substituting borax with ammonium sulfate and disodium hydrogen phosphate, which do not react harmfully with sewer chemicals while maintaining flame retardant effectiveness
Solution Approach 2:
The invention converts potentially harmful borax compounds into beneficial non-toxic salts that are safe for environmental disposal through sewer systems, while maintaining fire protection capabilities
3Object-affected harmful factors
If non-toxic flame retardant alternatives are developed, then human health and environmental safety are improved, but availability and cost-effectiveness may deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The invention uses inexpensive, readily available salts (ammonium sulfate and disodium hydrogen phosphate) that are easy to manufacture and apply, making non-toxic flame protection cost-effective and widely accessible
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses common salts that are homogeneous in composition and easily integrated into existing manufacturing processes, ensuring consistent performance and ease of production
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The composition effectively prevents fire ignition in materials, meeting stringent Swedish regulations and demonstrating non-toxicity, with excellent test results on various materials including fabrics, wood, and plastics, while being environmentally friendly and safe for use.
Implementation Method 1
creating a carbon layer that suppresses oxygen and prevents fire ignition
Implementation Method 2
creating a carbon layer that suppresses oxygen
Data Source
AI summary
The ecological flame retardant composition is adapted to protect materials that are flammable. No bromine or borax components are included in the composition. The composition has at least one of i) a mixture of ammonium sulphate and disodium hydrogen phosphate and ii) a mixture of water, ammonium sulphate and disodium hydrogen phosphate.