Invention
Full list of Invention results
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Ohio firefighters build dryer that saves money, helps in cancer fight
–Xenia firefighters are getting national attention for a new method of drying gear quickly without dipping deeply into public funds
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Researchers develop system to improve firefighting robots
–The new automatic T-valve system designed by Purdue University researchers can remove water from the fire hose when the robot moves to another location
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10 CES 2019 gadgets for forward-thinking first responders
–With new technology ranging from transportation to health monitoring, plenty of devices are being debuted that could make the lives of first responders much easier
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Robot developed to see through smoke better than humans
–The SmokeBot can see and navigate through smoke-filled rooms while plotting a route for firefighters with sensors and a laser scanner
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Firefighter develops gear dryer to reduce cancer risk
– 1The gear dryer, designed by Pvt. Scott Martin, cuts drying time from several hours to approximately 45 minutes, officials said
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Firefighters invent door-closing device to promote fire safety
– 3Ceasefire Door Hinge closes your doors if a fire breaks out by sensing heat
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Company creates smart jacket for first responders
–The CHASE LifeTech FR jacket includes modular sensors that can detect heart rate, temperature, motion and GPS location
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Fire captain to meet Trump thanks to lifesaving invention
–The Northern Star is an 8-directional electronic compass that helps firefighters maintain their orientation inside fires
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Doctor creates device to prevent child deaths in hot cars
–The temperature-monitoring device would alert parents by phone or text
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Top 7 public-safety inventions by women
–Women's History Month is celebrated annually during March; here's a handful of inventions vital to present-day first responders
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New sprinkler senses fire's location, puts it out with less water
–The Automist, which is installed on the walls of a home, only sprays water directly at a fire; it better protects homes from water damage
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Video: Students invent sound-wave device to put out fire
–A local fire department is offering to test it on a structure fire
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Firefighter invents device to prevent fire truck backing accidents
–The "BackSafe" system is now ready for market and allows a driver and spotter to communicate by color code over two wireless devices
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Chicago firefighter sues Elkhart Brass over firefighting invention
–The firefighter claims the company schemed him so they could sell or market the invention as their own; Elkhart Brass has not commented on the suit