AUTOMATED GALLEY FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM

摘要

Aspects of the present disclosure relate to systems and methods for automated fire detection, such as in aircraft galleys, or other areas where power sources may result in fire or smoke. The system includes one or more detectors to monitor for smoke or fire in an aircraft galley. Upon detection of smoke or fire, a signal is sent from the one or more detectors to a controller. In response to the incoming signal, the controller sends a signal to a galley power source. The signal provided to the galley power source ceases the application of power to one or more devices located in the galley, extinguishing the source of the fire or smoke. The controller may also send a notification signal to alert the crew to the potential fire hazard. A method of operation is also disclosed.

主权项

1. A galley fire protection system, comprising:
at least one detector positioned in an aircraft galley; and a controller that receives signals from the at least one detector, wherein upon receipt of a signal from the detector indicating the presence of fire or smoke in the galley, the controller is configured to:
determine which devices within the aircraft galley are receiving power, the determining including interrogating a galley power source;transmit a first signal to an alert device; andtransmit a second signal to a galley power source to remove power from one or more of the devices receiving power within the aircraft galley, thereby extinguishing the source of the fire or the smoke.