Superabsorbent Polymer based Fire Retardant
Team: BlueJays Fire Solutions
Program:
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Project Description:
Our project studies the formulation, and design of an affordable fire retardant based on the absorption capabilities of certain polymers. Our research and experiments show superabsorbent polymers as the most cost-friendly and scientifically sound fire retardant material.
Team Members
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Project Mentors, Sponsors, and Partners
Dr. Marc Donohue
Course Faculty
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Project Links
Additional Project Information
Project Photo
Project Photo Caption:
Flame test on plywood sprayed with superabsorbent polymer
Project Video
This video covers the background and prevalence of widefires followed by a detailed debrief on the scope of our solution and its economics.