SkyShield provides an Active Fire Management System (AFMS) that is installed inside aircraft unit load devices to detect and suppress lithium‑ion battery fires.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Lithium‑ion batteries carried in aircraft Unit Load Devices (ULDs) can ignite and spread fire rapidly, posing a severe safety risk to passengers, crew, and cargo. Existing fire protection measures often rely on aircraft‑wide systems that may respond too late to contain a fire that starts inside a container.
Solution
SkyShield’s Active Fire Management System (AFMS) is a self‑contained unit installed directly inside ULDs to detect and suppress fires at their source. The system employs multi‑sensor technology to identify smoke, heat, and aerosol signatures within seconds, then automatically releases a non‑toxic suppression agent in phased bursts to extinguish the fire and prevent propagation. Real‑time alerts are sent through the aircraft’s existing onboard systems, enabling immediate crew awareness. A hot‑swappable battery and lockable mounting allow tool‑free servicing and rapid removal or replacement without detaching the ULD. Smart diagnostics provide continuous health monitoring and field‑updatable configurations to maintain readiness.
Target Audience
Primary customers are airlines, cargo operators, and aircraft manufacturers that require compliant fire protection for ULDs transporting lithium‑ion batteries.
Features
- Multi‑sensor detection of smoke, heat, and aerosol signatures for rapid fire identification
- Automatic, phased deployment of a non‑toxic suppression agent to extinguish and contain fires
- Immediate notification integration with existing aircraft alerting systems
- Hot‑swappable battery design for tool‑free servicing and continuous operation
- Lockable mounting system enabling secure attachment and quick removal of the AFMS unit
- Smart diagnostics with remote update capability for ongoing system health monitoring