Systems and methods for inflatable avalanche protection with system diagnostic
US8777684B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 24, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 15, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA62B33/00
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
One embodiment of the present invention relates to an avalanche safety system including an inflatable chamber, activation system, inflation system, diagnostic system and a harness. The inflatable chamber is a three-dimensionally, partially enclosed region having an inflated state and a compressed state. The inflated state may form a particular three dimensional shape configured to protect the user from burial and provide flotation during an avalanche. The activation system is configured to receive a user-triggered action to activate the system. The inflation system may include an air intake, battery, fan, and internal airway channel. The inflation system is configured to transmit ambient air into the inflatable chamber. The diagnostic system includes a at least one sensor configured to measure a parameter corresponding to the inflation system and a display configured to visually, audibly, and/or tactilely display the parameter.
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