Escape system
US11649024B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 3, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 16, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64D25/14
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An escape system comprises a slide for facilitating evacuation of from a structure to water, wherein the slide comprises at least one helical inflatable path. The or each helical inflatable path may be configured to extend generally vertically between the structure and the water. The slide may comprise a plurality of helical inflatable paths. The slide may comprise spacing means for controlling the pitch between helix turns of the or each of the helical inflatable paths. A bowsing arrangement for the slide is also disclosed.
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