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    A shot gun that shoots a high pressure blast of water might serve well as a riot control device as well. Pretty sure they could come in handy at politically charged events as well

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    Similar concept visible in this urban drone firefighter rendering.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Jon View Post
    Similar concept visible in this urban drone firefighter rendering.

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    Too bad that CGI concepts rarely work out in real world applications. the reasons why that cannot ever fly are too many to mention. but it would be a cool piece of kit to have.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Frank S View Post
    Too bad that CGI concepts rarely work out in real world applications. the reasons why that cannot ever fly are too many to mention. but it would be a cool piece of kit to have.
    It is a cool concept but the materials (Transparent Aluminum) and energy source (Dilithium Crystals) hasn't been invented yet. Perhaps a visit from Mr. Scott would help.
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    Nice contrast to the futuristic render, and an excellent use of flip-flops.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Jon View Post
    Similar concept visible in this urban drone firefighter rendering.
    I like the drone airframe concept. Firing AFFF [aqueous film forming foam] in the cannons would work A1. However water is 8 pounds per gallon, [and two man crew] sufficient volume versus available lift is a BIG problem. How much water does a pumper discharge to get 6 stories high? Maybe this could suspend a hose, save weight of pump and tankage on ground?
    1960's children's toy, the "Water Wiggle" could elevate it's hose deflecting water stream back, like reverse in a jet boat. Just city pressure and 3/8" or 1/2" hose; what could an engine driven pair of 24" centrifugal pumps do?
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    Just city pressure and 3/8" or 1/2" hose; what could an engine driven pair of 24" centrifugal pumps do?
    with a half inch nozzle...slice up the building...LOL
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    One big issue is the wind that gets blown through the highrises..
    But certainly is a great thought to start the alternative thinking process.

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