137 - e-mobility fires with Adam Barowy

Fire Science Show

This episode of the Fire Science Show welcomes once again Adam Barowy from the Fire Safety Research Institute to shed light on the pressing issue of fire hazards in electric mobility devices.
In this episode, we give a follow-up to ep. 085 with Adam, which was published one year ago. One year in the world of e-mobility is a lot of time, so we have a lot of catching up to do!
We tackle the complexities of standardizing explosion protection for large-scale energy storage and the implications of toxic smoke on human health. We delve into real-world case studies that underscore the urgency of our quest for safer battery usage and regulation. We also discuss the aftermath of an electric scooter fire on the Toronto subway, unravelling the potential danger these incidents pose in congested spaces and the evolving role of safety standards and research in keeping our communities safe. As we also discuss the role of certifications like UL 2272 and the promise of new standards such as UL 1487, join us in this episode to equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate an electrified world responsibly.
I promised Adam to plug in the https://batteryfiresafety.org/ - a public campaign focused on spreading knowledge in the safe use of batteries.
Photo credit - a still frame from FSRI excellent video at https://batteryfiresafety.org/

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Capitole

1. Fire Hazards of Electric Mobility Devices (00:00:00)

2. Lithium Ion Battery Fire Risks (00:08:23)

3. Standardizing Explosion Protection for Energy Storage (00:23:13)

4. Challenges With E-Bike Safety and Transportation (00:36:22)

5. Safety and Regulation of Battery-Powered Devices (00:41:30)

6. Fire Science Show (00:57:21)