Special Solution for Electric Vehicle Fires: New Chemical Solution Developed

A company in Konya has started mass production of fire extinguishers that can quickly intervene in electric battery fires using chemical solutions obtained after a 3-year R&D process.

A team of 10 experts led by industrial engineer Ferhat Bozkurt conducted studies for effective intervention against fires in electric vehicles. As a result of R&D studies conducted in the laboratories of Sakarya University, a chemical solution was produced that can extinguish lithium battery fires in a short time.

Effective Intervention with the New Fire Extinguishing Solution

Bozkurt highlighted the challenges faced in the industry, stating, "It is difficult to extinguish lithium battery fires worldwide with existing methods." Noting that approximately 80 tons of water are usually used for cooling in electric vehicle fires, Bozkurt said, "This situation reveals the urgent need for a solution. The most striking feature of the fire extinguishing agent we developed is its ability to reduce flaming lithium batteries from 1000 degrees to below 50 degrees in a short time. We completely cut off the fire’s reaction."

Testing and Development Activities

The fire extinguishing solution is being tested in cooperation with the fire departments of Istanbul and Ankara. Following successful results, new field trials are planned with some fire departments in Europe, America, and China. Bozkurt emphasized that the product developed with the support of Sakarya University is an important indicator of university-industry cooperation.

Collaboration with Electric Vehicle Manufacturers

The new solution is said to have potential not only for fire intervention but also for fire prevention. Bozkurt noted that some electric vehicle manufacturers have started R&D studies to completely prevent fires by coating batteries with this substance. It was announced that the product will soon be available at all companies selling firefighting equipment.


Source: https://www.haberport.com/teknoloji/elektrikli-arac-yanginlarina-ozel-cozum-yeni-kimyasal-solusyon-gelistirildi-245646h