Redundant systems utilizing inflatable devices in association with utility structures
US6948590B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 21, 2003 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 12, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B71/141
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
In one embodiment, a redundant system is provided which is structured for use in association with a utility structure having an external surface configuration perimeter. The system includes an inflatable device including a body having at least one surface structured for receiving an impact of at least one descending object, the body defining at least one opening structured to receive therein at least a portion of the external surface configuration perimeter of the utility structure; and, at least one inlet operatively associated with the body of the inflatable device, the inlet being structured to receive at least one type of fluid media into the body for inflating the inflatable device.
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