Unmanned Aerial Vehicle for Firefighting on High Rise Structures

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Authors: Abhiram R, Anwar Sadique, Anurag PV, Harisankar V J, V. A. Geethu, Amarnath vs
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Abstract

Fires in Urban high-rise structures and industrial areas pose significant challenges to traditional firefighting methods. Traditional firefighting methods often struggle to address the challenges posed by height, accessibility and rapid response. In such a scenario innovative technologies become vital for effective and efficient methods. This project introduces an unmanned aerial vehicle designed to suppress fire on high-rise building by using drone technologies and robotics. The drone is equipped with a stereo camera which will detect fire and measure its coordinates with the help of algorithms fed on the companion computer raspberry pi. Upon receiving the coordinates, the drone will station itself at a predetermined distance from the fire. The drone will adjust itself in the vertical direction for proper ejection of water at the fire. The water will be ejected through a nozzle integrated with the drone, which is connected to the pump at the ground via hose. This drone solution provides a promising solution for fire in high-rise structures and industrial areas.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Fire Detection and Safety Systems Fire dynamics and safety research UAV Applications and Optimization

Publication details

Journal / source
SAE technical papers on CD-ROM/SAE technical paper series
Volume
1
Publication date
12 February 2026
Language
EN