Review of Advances in Fire Extinguishing Based on Computer Vision Applications: Methods, Challenges, and Future Directions.
Valentyna Loboichenko, Grzegorz Wilk-Jakubowski, Lukasz Pawlik, Jacek Lukasz Wilk-Jakubowski, Roman Shevchenko, Olga Shevchenko, Radoslaw Harabin, Artur Kuchcinski, Valentyna Fedorchuk-Moroz, Anastasiia Khmyrova, Ivan Rushchak
Abstract
Open AccessThis paper examines the state-of-the-art in fire suppression technologies based on computer vision applications in the subject areas of computer science and engineering. The study involves a two-stage analysis of publications using keywords. This paper presents a bibliographic analysis of scientific literature from the Scopus database using VOSviewer software and the author's methodological approach. General keywords were used for the initial analysis of the dataset, followed by a more detailed study with additional criteria and specific keywords. The categories considered in the article are as follows: Firefighting Robots, Fire Detection, Fire Suppression, Aerial Vehicles, and Computer Vision. It is shown that the research includes technical aspects of fire robots and systems, as well as the improvement of their software and hardware. The subsequent review highlights the important role of computer vision in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of fire suppression systems. It is noted that key advances include the development of sophisticated fire detection algorithms and the implementation of automated fire suppression systems. The study also discusses the challenges and future directions in this field, emphasizing the need for continuous innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. This review provides valuable information for researchers, engineers, and practitioners in the field of fire safety by offering a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art technologies and their applications in fire suppression.