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Extinguishing False Ceiling

False ceiling that is filled with water through an over head tank.

Description

A false ceiling that is divided into compartments or panels filled with water through an overhead tank (this can be the tank which is used as the water source for the factory, remodelled for this new addition) can be used in storerooms where Grade A fires are common. Each compartment can have a 6-inch diameter hole that is closed with the help of a latex seal. When a fire starts, the latex gets heated and transfers heat to the water. When the water and stays intact as long as the water can conduct heat away from water. When that stops, the latex snaps and water pours down. Additionally, a valve that can be operated from outside the factory must be opened so that the water comes rushing through the now open compartments, gushing water. All compartments must be connected through a hole in the side wall, making it easy to fill the water and enabling the flow of water through the opened seal. This system will work by need basis and is inexpensive to install and maintain. The only concern of construction should be a leak-proof ceiling, strong enough to hold the framework up. This works with existing mechanisms in place and requires little human intervention.

References

https://www.stevespanglerscience.com/lab/experiments/fire-water-balloon/

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