FireShield – Autonomous Fire Safety Robot

- Introduction The Fire Truck Project leverages the Quarky microcontroller platform to simulate a functional firefighting vehicle, designed to detect and respond to fire hazards autonomously. This project combines electronics, sensor integration, and basic robotics to build a model fire truck capable of navigating various environments and detecting flames or heat sources. The model initiates appropriate responses by programming Quarky to process data from temperature and flame sensors, such as activating an extinguishing mechanism. This project aims to demonstrate the potential of robotics in enhancing fire safety and emergency response, offering insights into real-world applications in automated firefighting technology. Problem Statement: In emergencies, especially in confined or hard-to-reach spaces, early detection and prompt response to fire hazards are critical to prevent fire escalation and reduce damage. However, manual firefighting in such areas can be delayed due to limited accessibility and safety risks. Objectives: ● This model fire truck aims to simulate an effective initial response system that can reduce response time. ● Increase safety in fire-prone areas

1. Pictoblox Software

2. Quarky

3. Motors and wheels

4. Quarky Expansion Board

5. Water pump

6. Flame sensor

7. Servo Motor

Approach: The approach for this Quarky-based fire truck project involves designing a system that

integrates flame and temperature sensors with a Quarky microcontroller for fire detection and

response. The hardware setup includes motors for mobility, a flame sensor, and a motorized pump for

fire suppression. The movement of this robot is controlled by using Dabble

1. When Quarkystarts up, it activates the flame sensor.

2. We will connect the Quarky with Dabble via Bluetooth.

3. After connecting the Quarky with Dabble, now we can control the movement of the robot by

Dabble.

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Training Team—Project Details

4. Whenever the flame sensor detects the fire, it will send a high signal to the Quarky. Quarky will

Turn on the water pump and give an alert with a sound. Quarky’s display will change patterns.

based on inputs from the Dabble and flame sensor.

Design: The code has three scripts.

1. Main script—This script includes the code for detecting fire and its after responses.

2. Movement Block- This script controls the movement of the robot. Dabble extension is used in

this script.

3. Servo Block- This block controls the continuous movement of the servo motor. A water pipe will

be attached to it. So that it can spray the water on the larger area.

Digital Pin 1- Flame sensor

Digital Pin 2- Water pump

The fire truck model successfully detected fire sources. The sensors effectively identified flames within a specified range, with minimal false positives after calibration.

Future development of this fire truck model could focus on expanding its capabilities for real-world applications. Adding advanced sensors, such as smoke or gas sensors, would enhance fire detection accuracy. Additionally, implementing machine learning algorithms could enable the system to recognize specific fire patterns and optimize response actions. Upgrading the extinguishing mechanism to handle various types of fire and a more robust navigation system to tackle uneven terrain would further improve the model’s practical application as an autonomous fire fighting solution

The Quarky-based fire truck project successfully demonstrated an autonomous fire detection and response system, highlighting the potential of robotics in enhancing fire safety. The model could detect fire and perform a basic suppression action through effective integration of sensors and a simulated extinguishing mechanism.