Float for use in water-based security system
US7975639B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 16, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jul 12, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB63G13/00
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments of this invention describe a float for use with a running gear entanglement system (RGES) deployed on water, in addition to an improved system and method for using an RGES deployed in water. The floats lock securely onto the RGES mainline rope. The floats may be stacked for additional buoyancy or to allow for multiple RGES ropes in the same deployment. The floats are designed to permit the RGES to be retrieved/stored on and deployed from a reel. The floats may be constructed of any color and may also be luminescent. The floats may be ballasted to assist in anchoring the RGES.
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