Technology Commercialization Opportunity

Flame Extinguishing Pyrotechnic and Explosive Composition

A flame extinguishing pyrotechnic which flamelessly deflagrates to produce primarily nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and a fluoroolefin. The flame extinguishing characteristic is achieved by reducing the content of oxygen proximate the deflagration as well as through the flame suppressing properties of particular fluoroolefins. The pyrotechnic composition contains an azido binder such as glycidyl azide polymer (GAP), an azido platicizer, a solid tetrazole, and a perfluorocarboxylic acid salt. This composition is cured to a rubbery composite by the addition of an isocyanate.

Potential Commercial Uses

• Deflamming in industrial zones where water is not effective
  
• Electronics, military, aviation flame extrication

Benefits of Technology

• Waterless
  
• Ease of removal during cleanup

Options for Commercialization

DoD Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division is currently seeking industry partners for continuing research and development of advanced fire extinguishing technology that will benefit DoD Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, the partners involved, and end users of any products produced. Patent 5,520,826. Navy case 75673

Contact

DoD Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division
Navy Case Number: 75632
1 Administration Circle
Code 4BT100-D, MS 202D
China Lake, CA 93555-6100
Tel: (760) 939-1074 Fax: (760) 939-1210

http://www.nawcwpns.navy.mil/techtransfer/patents/0295.html

Key Words:

Fire Extinguishing, Flame, Chemical Fire Extinguishing