Abstract: A gas pipe terminal assembly for minimization of fire hazards associated with conductance of a flammable substance. The system includes a pipe having a flange at each end. Each flange includes at least one check valve and a flame screen mounted in the interior of the flange to control a gas flow through the flange. The flange includes wire guide holes and set screw holes within the outside diameter of the pipe, and at least one wire segment in tension inside the pipe and connected to at least one fusible link. At least one fusible link is configured to fuse upon exposure to a temperature above 100° C. and thereby release the tension and activate at least one fire suppression device.

Abstract: A conical solar cell having a photo-responsive section in the form of a cone having a base, an apex, and a conical surface. The photo-responsive section includes a photoelectric conversion material disposed on the conical surface of the cone. The photoelectric conversion material is configured to absorb light and produce an electrical current. The conical solar cell has a first electrode and a second electrode connected to the photoelectric conversion material whereby photovoltaic energy is extractable from the photoelectric conversion material. The conical solar cell has an optional mounting base on which the cone is mounted. Optionally, the diameter of the cone at the base is less than a height of the cone as measured from a center point of the base to the apex of the cone.

Abstract: A gas pipe terminal assembly for minimization of fire hazards associated with conductance of a flammable substance. The system includes a pipe having a flange at each end. Each flange includes at least one check valve and a flame screen mounted in the interior of the flange to control a gas flow through the flange. The flange includes wire guide holes and set screw holes within the outside diameter of the pipe, and at least one wire segment in tension inside the pipe and connected to at least one fusible link. At least one fusible link is configured to fuse upon exposure to a temperature above 100° C. and thereby release the tension and activate at least one fire suppression device.

Abstract: A vehicle-mounted fire control system for safe transport and management of a flammable liquid transported by a vehicle. The system includes a liquid storage vessel having an outer protective wall, a buffer space, and an interior wall. The outer protective wall encloses the buffer space and the interior wall. A rollover sensor measures a roll angle of the liquid storage vessel. An impact sensor measures impact acceleration of the liquid storage vessel. A smoke detector is located inside the buffer space. A fire extinguisher having a plurality of nozzles sprays fire suppressant at least onto one of the outer wall or the interior wall upon command. Electrically actuated solenoids, each one in communication with the nozzles, are configured to automatically open and spray fire suppressant upon the command. A processor programmed to issue the command upon detection of a hazard.