Tactile fire escape system
US7841292B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 7, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S116/17
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tactile fire escape method and system for guiding individuals to a fire escape during low visibility emergencies includes a plurality of first tactile members attached to any fixed and moveable surface along a fire escape path, wherein the plurality of first tactile members are comprised of a transparent tapered structure pointing approximately along the fire escape path to an exit door. A second tactile member is attached to the exit door. The second tactile member is also comprised of a transparent tapered structure pointing approximately upwardly and a plurality of third transparent tactile members, also of a tapered structure, are attached to any fixed and moveable surface along the fire escape path indicating an immediate left or right turn across a hallway or common area. An initial tactile member may also be located within a room to guide the individual toward an initial direction along the fire escape path.
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