Controlled descent device
US6810997B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 5, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 5, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA62B1/10
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A controlled descent device for use in industrial or recreational settings for controlled descent of a user from an upper level to a lower level. The device comprises principally a steel housing, an internal spring-loaded drum on which a webbing line is wound, and an attachment to a harness worn by a user. A centrifugal brake mechanism which acts upon the drum to limit the rate of descent includes a manufactured one-way bearing. The line constituent provides increased shock absorbing capabilities and is field replaceable.
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