Floatable unit for evacuation purposes
US8512089B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 16, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 21, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a floatable unit for evacuation purposes, which in a storage situation comprises at least two shells made of rigid or semi-rigid material, said shells being adapted to accommodate a deflated structure. Said deflated structure of the unit, during an evacuation situation, is inflated and the shells are attached to the inflated structure whereby the shells operate as hull parts for the floatable unit.
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