Buoyancy compensator with an adjustable strap
US4778307A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 23, 1986 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T24/4086
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A buoyancy compensator adjustment for a diver's buoyancy compensator having a backpack and a back portion terminating in side and shoulder portions. The shoulder portions and side portions are each secured by straps overlying the chest extending from the side portions to the shoulder portions. The straps are looped through belt loops to provide a bight under tension which is loosened upon lifting or disengaging one of the belt loops.
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