Aeronautics and astronautics – Safety lowering devices – Parachutes
Patent
1986-12-15
1988-09-06
Barefoot, Galen
Aeronautics and astronautics
Safety lowering devices
Parachutes
244153R, 244 31, 116210, B64D 1716
Patent
active
047687398
ABSTRACT:
A warning and signaling system includes a kite attached to a flexible tether rope wherein one end of the rope is secured to a person or a lifeboat. The kite is made from a material having high visibility and includes radar reflective material. The tether rope may carry an antenna for a radio transmitter and receiver. An optional inflatable chamber provides rigidity to the kite. The kite may be provided with a tail having radar reflective swatches attached thereon.
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Barefoot Galen
O'Neil Michael A.
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