Flotation device

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2006-03-28

2006-03-28

Avila, Stephen (Department: 3617)

Buoys, rafts, and aquatic devices

Water rescue or life protecting apparatus

Personal flotation device

C441S113000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07018258

ABSTRACT:
A flotation device for use with objects includes a bladder forming part of an inflatable assembly having an inflatable volume defined by a first wall and a second wall sealed about a periphery. An inflation valve is in fluid communication with the inflatable volume through one of the walls, and the inflatable assembly wraps over the inflation valve to protect the inflation valve.

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