Product Design
2023
LIFE BUOY
Marine Fire Solution
Overview
Life Bot is a remote-controlled fire extinguisher designed specifically for fire emergencies on the ocean. The water pump inside the device utilizes seawater as a source to extinguish fires on boats, especially in areas where traditional fire extinguishers are inaccessible to the crew. Stored on the boat, the device can be easily deployed and operated by a single person in just a few steps. It is designed to handle small to medium fires that can be managed with water dousing. Life Bot is most effective on medium-sized vessels, such as fishing trawlers or exploration yachts.
Step 1
Emergency
Fire emergency on the boat such as engine malfunction, oil leakage, electric shortage etc.
Step 2
Assess
Evaluate the fire situation and determine what to conduct. Is it just small fire that can be put out by extinguisher? Is the fire to late to be put out?
Step 3
Deploy
If the fire can be contained, deploy the device in the water with simple steps.
Step 4
Control
Contain the fire with the remote control, meanwhile send out signal for further assistance.
1.
Nozzle
2.
Handle
3.
Foam-Stuffed Body
4.
Water Outlet
5.
Wheel
6.
Rubber-Layered Base
7.
Indicating Light
8.
Pivot Point
Tech Specs
Insulation Foam
Pump and Motor
Battery
X. Water Outlet
Y. Side Outlet
Z. Water Inlet
Weight Distribution
The buoy is designed with most of its weight distributed near the bottom, while the upper 2/3 of the body is filled with insulation foam. This makes it nearly impossible to tip over when floating on water, thereby enhancing the efficiency of deploying the device in urgent situations.
How to deploy
Push the buoy to the edge of the vessel against the side guard, and lift it using the handle on top. Next, push the bottom section—the heaviest part of the device—until the buoy is off the vessel. Because of its weight distribution and foam-filled body, it will always float in an upright position.
Features
The nozzle
The nozzle rotates 360 degrees horizontally and flips vertically from side to side, providing maximum aiming range.
Ground and Underwater Control
The wheels fold and fit into the recessed space when not in use. They unfold when needed for movement or to deploy the device. Simply tilt the device using the handle on top to allow two wheels to drop and lock into place. Repeat the process on the opposite side to secure the other two wheels. The water outlets on all four sides allow the buoy to be controlled and steered in different directions while in the water.
Secure
A specific base plate is screwed onto the deck to provide maximum stability and resist the steep movements of the ship. The device is placed in its designated spot and secured with straps on all four sides.
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Sam (He/Him)
Samuel Hao-Yu Wang
Industrial Designer
Rochester Institute of Technology, NY
Originally from Taiwan
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