Advancing material of indeterminate length – By orbitally traveling material-engaging surface – On endless belt or chain
Reexamination Certificate
2004-07-15
2008-09-16
Langdon, Evan H (Department: 3654)
Advancing material of indeterminate length
By orbitally traveling material-engaging surface
On endless belt or chain
C226S172000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07424964
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a device for the automatic hauling of very long elongate objects. This device in particular allows very long tubular objects of relatively flexible and delicate structure such as, in particular, underwater cables, pipes or alternatively linear sonar antennas of the “streamer” type to be handled.The device chiefly comprises traction means consisting of at least two running strips with rough surfaces which are pressed on each side of the object and drag it along in a traction movement and gripping means which constantly keep the running strips pressed against the object in order to ensure good adhesion. Another subject of the invention is means for actuating the traction means and the gripping means in a coordinated manner so that the object that is to be hauled experiences continuous traction throughout the hauling operation.The device according to the invention has the advantage of being mounted on a stationary chassis and therefore of not requiring an operating area. It is thus particularly intended for vessels where the available space is restricted, such as submarines.
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Borel Christophe
Suppa Vito
Langdon Evan H
Lowe Hauptman & Ham & Berner, LLP
Thales
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