Project Description:
Our team, in collaboration with the University of Maryland Crossfire Team, have developed a fully mechanical device capable of rupturing a 5-10kg water balloon at heights 10-100m from the ground after being dropped from a drone. The purpose of this device is to suppress small scale fires before they escalate into larger wildfires using a precise, inexpensive, and fast method. In order to minimize environmental impact, our device prioritizes the use of non-toxic, biodegradable materials.
