Specially constructed cushion retards fires in aircraft seats through action of catalytic matrix that cracks flammable gaseous decomposition products to less flammable species. Improved cushion contributes substantially to fire safety without adding significantly to weight or to manufacturing cost. In this fire-blocking covering for an aircraft seat cushion, flammable pyrolysis products cracked to less flammable species by catalytic layer covering foam core of cushion. Aluminum foil holds in pyrolysis vapors to promote catalysis and prevent spread of fire by ignition of released vapors.


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    Title :

    Catalytic Layer Makes Aircraft Seats More Fire Retardant


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    Publication date :

    1987-05-01



    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


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    No indication


    Language :

    English


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