Russian Scientists Develop Early Fire Detection System for Buildings
Multi-sensor system maps fire characteristics, operates autonomously, and sends alerts.
Researchers at the Laboratory of Heat and Mass Transfer at Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) have developed an algorithm capable of detecting indoor fires at the ignition stage, Russia’s Ministry of Science and Higher Education reported.
The method can simultaneously identify nearly all key fire characteristics, including the cause of ignition, the location of the outbreak, the geometric size and mass of the fire source, and even the type of combustible material involved. To deliver precise and rapid information, the team relies on data collected from multiple sensors.
Remote and Autonomous Operation
According to Roman Volkov, associate professor at TPU’s Research School of High-Energy Processes Physics, the algorithm works with a minimal set of sensors measuring temperature, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, oxygen, and smoke. This allows emergency response teams to localize and extinguish fires with minimal damage. The system can operate autonomously, archive data remotely, and send notifications.
Earlier, one of Russia’s recent fire-safety innovations was successfully tested in the Republic of Bashkortostan. Smart fire alarms equipped with GSM modules can automatically notify emergency services, relatives, and neighbors in the event of a fire. This is particularly important for people with hearing, vision, or mobility impairments.
