Abstract

Systems and methods for training firefighters and other first responders are provided. The systems include a plurality of sensors configured to detect at least one ambient condition, such as, temperature; a receiver configured to receive the electric signals from the plurality of sensors; and a digital storage device operatively connected to the receiver and adapted to store the electrical signals corresponding to the detected ambient conditions. The data detected by the sensors can be retrieved for later review, analysis, and training. The systems may include at least one video recorder and/or at least one infrared image recorder each configured to detect images that can be stored for later retrieval and a synchronizing device adapted to synchronize the sensor data with the recorded images for later review. Methods of implementing the systems and portable cases enclosing the system are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• G09B 9/00 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes
• G09B 19/00 - Teaching not covered by other main groups of this subclass
• G09B 25/04 - Models for purposes not provided for in group , e.g. full-sized devices for demonstration purposes of buildings

Abstract

Fire spikes and fire spike tips adapted to penetrate a surface and distribute a fire suppressant, such as, water, on the opposite side of the surface are provided. The fire spike tips include a cylindrical body having a first end adapted to be received by a conduit and a second end having a pointed projection adapted to penetrate the surface; an internal cavity in the cylindrical body having an open first end and a closed second end; a plurality of first orifices in the body, each of the plurality of first orifices directed in a first substantially radial direction; and a plurality of second orifices in the body, each of the plurality of second orifices directed in a second direction which at least partially intersects with the first direction of the plurality of first orifices. Kits for the fire spikes and methods of suppressing fire are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 31/22 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing specially adapted for piercing walls, heaped materials, or the like
• A62C 3/00 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places
• A62C 31/00 - Delivery of fire-extinguishing material

Abstract

Fire spikes and fire spike tips adapted to penetrate a surface and distribute a fire suppressant, such as, water, on the opposite side of the surface are provided. The fire spike tips include a cylindrical body having a first end adapted to be received by a conduit and a second end having a pointed projection adapted to penetrate the surface; an internal cavity in the cylindrical body having an open first end and a closed second end; a plurality of first orifices in the body, each of the plurality of first orifices directed in a first substantially radial direction; and a plurality of second orifices in the body, each of the plurality of second orifices directed in a second direction which at least partially intersects with the first direction of the plurality of first orifices. Kits for the fire spikes and methods of suppressing fire are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 31/22 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing specially adapted for piercing walls, heaped materials, or the like
• A62C 3/00 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places
• A62C 31/00 - Delivery of fire-extinguishing material

Abstract

Systems and methods for training firefighters and other first responders are provided. The systems include a plurality of sensors configured to detect at least one ambient condition, such as, temperature; a receiver configured to receive the electric signals from the plurality of sensors; and a digital storage device operatively connected to the receiver and adapted to store the electrical signals corresponding to the detected ambient conditions. The data detected by the sensors can be retrieved for later review, analysis, and training. The systems may include at least one video recorder and/or at least one infrared image recorder each configured to detect images that can be stored for later retrieval and a synchronizing device adapted to synchronize the sensor data with the recorded images for later review. Methods of implementing the systems and portable cases enclosing the system are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• G09B 25/04 - Models for purposes not provided for in group , e.g. full-sized devices for demonstration purposes of buildings
• G09B 19/00 - Teaching not covered by other main groups of this subclass
• G09B 9/00 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes

Abstract

Fire training props (10) and methods of using fire training props (10) are provided. The props may be suitable for table-top training and include an enclosure (12); at least one internal panel (44) positioned within the enclosure (12) and defining a plurality of internal volumes (46) within the enclosure; a transparent top panel (22) positioned on the top of the enclosure; at least one side aperture (28) and a side aperture cover (34) in at least one of the sides (14, 16, 18, 20) of the enclosure; and at least one panel aperture (49) having an aperture cover (64) in the at least one internal panel. When a source of visible fluid (72), for example, smoke, is introduced to the enclosure (12), a flow of the visible fluid in the enclosure can be monitored by a user through the transparent top panel (22).

IPC Classes  ?

• G09B 25/04 - Models for purposes not provided for in group , e.g. full-sized devices for demonstration purposes of buildings
• G09B 19/00 - Teaching not covered by other main groups of this subclass

Abstract

Fire training props (10) and methods of using fire training props (10) are provided. The props may be suitable for table-top training and include an enclosure (12); at least one internal panel (44) positioned within the enclosure (12) and defining a plurality of internal volumes (46) within the enclosure; a transparent top panel (22) positioned on the top of the enclosure; at least one side aperture (28) and a side aperture cover (34) in at least one of the sides (14, 16, 18, 20) of the enclosure; and at least one panel aperture (49) having an aperture cover (64) in the at least one internal panel. When a source of visible fluid (72), for example, smoke, is introduced to the enclosure (12), a flow of the visible fluid in the enclosure can be monitored by a user through the transparent top panel (22).

IPC Classes  ?

• G09B 25/04 - Models for purposes not provided for in group , e.g. full-sized devices for demonstration purposes of buildings

Abstract

Fire training props and methods of using fire training props are provided. The props may be suitable for table-top training and include an enclosure; at least one internal panel positioned within the enclosure and defining a plurality of internal volumes within the enclosure; a transparent top panel positioned on the top of the enclosure; at least one side aperture and a side aperture cover in at least one of the sides of the enclosure; and at least one panel aperture having an aperture cover in the at least one internal panel. When a source of visible fluid, for example, smoke, is introduced to the enclosure, a flow of the visible fluid in the enclosure can be monitored by a user through the transparent top panel. Aspects of the invention are uniquely adapted for training firefighters and other first responders on the dynamics of fire, for example, in an engaged structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• G09B 19/00 - Teaching not covered by other main groups of this subclass
• G09B 25/04 - Models for purposes not provided for in group , e.g. full-sized devices for demonstration purposes of buildings

Abstract

Fire spikes and fire spike tips adapted to penetrate a surface and distribute a fire suppressant, such as, water, on the opposite side of the surface are provided. The fire spike tips include a cylindrical body having a first end adapted to be received by a conduit and a second end having a pointed projection adapted to penetrate the surface; an internal cavity in the cylindrical body having an open first end and a closed second end; a plurality of first orifices in the body, each of the plurality of first orifices directed in a first substantially radial direction; and a plurality of second orifices in the body, each of the plurality of second orifices directed in a second direction which at least partially intersects with the first direction of the plurality of first orifices. Kits for the fire spikes and methods of suppressing fire are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 31/22 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing specially adapted for piercing walls, heaped materials, or the like
• A62C 31/00 - Delivery of fire-extinguishing material
• A62C 3/00 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places

Abstract

Systems and methods for training firefighters and other first responders are provided. The systems include a plurality of sensors configured to detect at least one ambient condition, such as, temperature; a receiver configured to receive the electric signals from the plurality of sensors; and a digital storage device operatively connected to the receiver and adapted to store the electrical signals corresponding to the detected ambient conditions. The data detected by the sensors can be retrieved for later review, analysis, and training. The systems may include at least one video recorder and/or at least one infrared image recorder each configured to detect images that can be stored for later retrieval and a synchronizing device adapted to synchronize the sensor data with the recorded images for later review. Methods of implementing the systems and portable cases enclosing the system are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• G09B 25/04 - Models for purposes not provided for in group , e.g. full-sized devices for demonstration purposes of buildings
• G09B 19/00 - Teaching not covered by other main groups of this subclass
• G09B 9/00 - Simulators for teaching or training purposes