Category: Fire Technology

A Unique Model to Fight Fire Emergencies: Interview with Bradford Beck, President of MAFFS Corporation

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Aerial FIrefighting, Fire Technology, Interview

A unique and innovative system, which allows the same aircraft fleet to be used for different purposes, thus maximizing its efficiency. This is the innovative proposal of the MAFFS Corporation, which has created a unique model based on efficiency and maximization of aerial firefighting resources. In a response to the government’s intentions to reduce disasters … Read More “A Unique Model to Fight Fire Emergencies: Interview with Bradford Beck, President of MAFFS Corporation” »

Leonardo Unveils New Firefighting Configuration For The C-27J Next Generation 

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Aerial FIrefighting, Aircraft, Fire Technology

BY: STEFANO D’URSO   Leonardo has released a new MAFFS driven firefighting configuration that will further expand the capabilities of the C-27J Spartan Next Generation cargo aircraft. The company was already working for some years on this project, studying the various options, but the choice in the end went to the second generation, roll-on/roll-off Modular … Read More “Leonardo Unveils New Firefighting Configuration For The C-27J Next Generation “ »

A Machine Learning-Based Solution Could Help Firefighters Circumvent Deadly Backdrafts

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Fire Technology

A lack of oxygen can reduce even the most furious flame to smoldering ash. But when fresh air rushes in, say after a firefighter opens a window or door to a room, the blaze may be suddenly and violently resurrected. This explosive phenomenon, called backdraft, can be lethal and has been challenging for firefighters to … Read More “A Machine Learning-Based Solution Could Help Firefighters Circumvent Deadly Backdrafts” »