Avalanche rescue device

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2010-02-26

2011-11-22

Smith, R. A. (Department: 2841)

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C116S210000, C116SDIG044, C128S202190

Reexamination Certificate

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08061293

ABSTRACT:
A rescue device includes a control module to sense an avalanche, sense the direction of the surface and establish a target path to the surface. A nozzle is selected or oriented by the control module along the target path. A fluid reservoir is connected to the nozzle to force a fluid through the nozzle along the target path to the surface. This allows rescuers to identify the location of a victim and also provides an air path to the victim.

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