HELICOPTER PLATFORM PERSONNEL LIFE VEST

Abstract

The invention relates to a helicopter platform personnel life jacket for use by personnel working on platforms where helicopters or other aircraft can land in seas, lakes, rivers and similar water environments, and on marine vessels with a helicopter landing platform or runway. The life jacket in question comprises an outer shell (1) and a buoyancy balloon (2) placed inside the outer shell (1) containing an oral tube (3), an automatic bursting mechanism (4) that activates upon contact with water, and a carbon dioxide cylinder (5).

Description

1 Specifications HELICOPTER PLATFORM PERSONNEL LIFE VEST Technical Area The invention is a personal flotation device used in marine, lake, river, and similar aquatic environments. This relates to their equipment and falls under the B63C 9 / 1255 IPC class. is being evaluated. The invention is particularly useful for landing helicopters or other aircraft built on water. with the platforms it can build, on which helicopters and other aircraft can land. marine vessels that have a platform or runway that can do so, runway, platform and 10 for use by personnel working on decks, on a duty basis. an inflatable float that is colored and provides buoyancy when needed It refers to a life vest equipped with [something]. Previous Technique Today, life jackets are used in maritime and aviation industries to protect personnel from water damage up to 15 minutes after entering the water. commonly used to ensure survival in case of a fall These are personal buoyancy devices. In current technology, inflatable life jackets are used. Usually one inflatable balloon, one carbon dioxide cylinder, one inflator. It consists of a mechanism and an outer casing. These types of life jackets protect the user from water. It provides lift in the event of a fall, and is usually high. 20 It is produced in orange or yellow colors for visibility. However, the current Life jackets in the technical field, different specialists working on helicopter platforms any visual means to distinguish between personnel with different areas It does not offer a signaling system. Furthermore, the existing life jackets are not suitable for helicopters. Flame-retardant fabric, needed in specialized work environments such as platforms, marine 25 Equipment such as marking paint and integrated life vest light all in one package. It does not contain. 2 Upon examining the patent documents relating to the previous technique: Patent document number US3771183A, titled "Life preserver," describes a device to be placed inside an outer garment. two independent inflatable floats placed and crossed. The document describes a life vest with a cell. The document states that the collar... The lobes and stem lobes are cross-connected, and each cell has 5 It can be inflated independently of the other. However, this document outlines the personnel's duties. an outer shell colored according to type, integrated life vest light, marine marking. It does not offer both dye and flame-retardant fabric properties simultaneously. Patent document number US5494469A, titled "Inflatable life vest," describes a U-shaped... a life jacket with numerous independently inflatable chambers arranged in a regulated manner 10 The document explains that all the reservoirs are connected via a manifold. inflated from a common source and each chamber isolated from the others by check valves. This ensures that it is done. However, this document does not apply to special platforms such as helicopter platforms. a system that allows personnel working in different environments to be distinguished according to the type of their job. color coding system and consequently reduction of task complexity 15 It does not offer a technical solution for this. Titled "GPS locator multi-purpose life jacket system" with registration number US9381982B1 The patent document describes a multipurpose device featuring a GPS transmitter, multi-colored lights, and an inflatable collar. It describes a life jacket system. The document in question explains how to use it in emergency situations. The aim is to improve location sharing and visual identification. However, this 20 The document enables personnel in different task groups to be identified at a glance. a task-based outer casing coloring system and integrated marine a collection of equipment such as marking paint and life vest lights. It does not explain the structure. Based on the disadvantages of the previous technique mentioned above, the present invention has 25 The technical problem it aims to solve is related to helicopter platforms and helicopter landing pads. Personnel from different fields of expertise working on marine vessels with runways, It enables quick and accurate differentiation based on task type, and also 3 Reliable buoyancy, visual detection, and marking capabilities in case of falling into the water. The problem is the lack of an integrated, flame-retardant life vest. Purpose and Advantages of the Invention The purpose of the invention is to solve the technical problem described above by using a helicopter. 5 serving on platforms and marine vessels equipped with helicopter landing pads The outer casing is color-coded according to the type of duty performed by the personnel, making it easily identifiable at a glance. enabling the task to be carried out with the least risk and complexity. The contributing factor is also automatic or manual in case of falling into the water. a lifebuoy that provides reliable buoyancy with an inflatable float. to present the vest. 10 The technical advantages offered by the invention are as follows: the outer casing differs according to its function. Thanks to being produced in various colors, the staff's area of ​​expertise can be instantly visualized. detection, acceleration of task organization and operational To reduce defects; the outer casing is made of flame-retardant (slow to ignite) ripstop fabric. This ensures the protection of personnel in platform environments with a risk of fire; 15 Thanks to its integrated life jacket light and marine marking paint, it protects against water damage. Increasing the detectability of personnel in both night and day conditions; Long lifespan thanks to thermoplastic float bubbles with high-frequency welded seams. and reliable buoyancy performance is achieved; low thanks to reflective bands. The goal is to increase the visibility of personnel in different lighting conditions. 20 Industrial Applicability The invention relates to marine equipment, personal protective equipment, and aviation safety. The equipment can be manufactured and used in industries. The invention, in particular... offshore platforms, ships with helicopter landing pads, coast guard elements, 25 serving in military naval and air platforms and in civil aviation fields to meet the personal safety equipment needs of personnel in the industry It is feasible. Explanation of the Figures 4 Figure 1 shows the front view of the personnel life vest from the helicopter platform that is the subject of the invention. It is the appearance. Figure 2 shows the rear view of the personnel life vest on the helicopter platform that is the subject of the invention. It is the appearance. Figure 3 shows the helicopter platform, the subject of the invention, with 5 mounted on the personnel life vest. This is a front view of a buoyancy balloon. Explanation of references Ref. No. Description 1. Outer casing 2 Floating balloons 3 Oral tubes 4 Detonation mechanisms Carbon dioxide cylinder 6 Reflective tapes 7. Polyethylene reinforced cover (right breast) 8 Polyethylene reinforced caps (right hub) 9. Upper left pocket Bottom left pocket 11. Life vest lights 12 Windows 13 Marine marking paints 14 Fireproof zippers Heavy-duty buckle 16 Belts 17. Velcro closure 18 Front bridge 19 Rear bridge Velcro Detailed Description of the Invention The invention relates to a helicopter or similar device built on water such as seas, lakes, rivers, and similar places. platforms where other aircraft can land, as well as in places like seas, lakes, and rivers. 5 that are mobile and on which helicopters and other aircraft can land. on the runways, platforms and decks of marine vessels that have a platform or runway designed for use according to the job characteristics of the user personnel with a colored and buoyancy balloon (2) that provides buoyancy when needed This is a supported helicopter platform personnel life vest (Figure 1). The life vest that is the subject of the invention consists of an outer shell (1) and the said outer shell, as shown in figures 1 and 2. A buoyancy device, fixed by being placed inside the sheath (1), as seen in Figure 3. It consists of balloons (2). The buoyancy balloon (2) shown in Figure 3 is made of thermoplastic fabric with high frequency It is manufactured with welded seams. The thermoplastic fabric in question conforms to EN ISO 12402-7. It has standard test approval. On the buoyancy balloon (2), inflation by mouth 15 an oral tube (3) that enables the application of water contact, which works automatically. It has a detonating mechanism (4) and a 24 gram carbon dioxide cylinder (5). The blasting mechanism (4) pierces the carbon dioxide cylinder (5) when it comes into contact with water. It ensures the automatic inflation of the float balloon (2). The oral tube (3) is: If the automatic inflation mechanism fails or additional inflation is required... 20 If needed, the user can inflate the flotation balloon (2) by mouth. He knows. The outer sheath (1), shown in Figures 1 and 2, is a blend of 50% cotton and 50% polyester. It is made from ripstop flame-retardant (non-flammable) fabric. This fabric... It is non-flammable and reduces the risk of fire on helicopter platforms by 25. It contributes to the protection of personnel. The outer sheath (1), where used different colors to distinguish which task the users are performing in the area 6 They are manufactured using color codes to indicate the specific job of the personnel wearing the vest. This ensures that the task is carried out with minimal risk and complexity. In one application, the outer casing (1) is white in color and protects healthcare personnel; in another In practice, it is red and indicates electrical and system personnel; otherwise... In one application it is blue and represents security personnel; in another application it is purple. In one application, it is colored yellow for fuel personnel; in another application, it is colored yellow for flight control. It specifies its personnel. Reflective bands on the right and left sides of the front part of the outer casing (1) shown in Figure 1. (6) are available. Reflective tapes (6) are available for low light conditions or at night. It increases the visibility of personnel in operations. Front right of outer casing (1) 10 in the chest area, a polyethylene reinforced cap (7) that closes the oral tube (3) and the detonation mechanism (4) and the carbon dioxide cylinder (5) in the navel region There is a polyethylene-reinforced lid (8) that closes (Figure 3). polyethylene reinforced caps (7, 8), oral tube (3), bursting mechanism (4) and While ensuring the protection of the carbon dioxide cylinder (5) from external factors, 15 when necessary This allows the user quick access to these components. On the front left side of the outer casing (1) shown in Figure 1, there is an upper left pocket in the chest area. (9) and there is a lower left pocket (10) in the navel area. Upper left pocket (9) and lower left pocket (10) are structured with two compartments each. There is a can in the upper left pocket (9). The life vest has a light (11). The upper left pocket (9) contains the life vest light (11). the compartment has a window that allows the light to be seen from the outside when the light is on. (12) is equipped with a life jacket light (11) which automatically turns on when it comes into contact with water. It comes into play and detects personnel at night or in low visibility conditions. It increases its usability. In the lower left pocket (10), to be used when needed. There is a marine marking paint (13). Marine marking paint (13), 25 By coloring the water a distinct color in the area where the personnel who fell into the water were located, personnel in search and rescue operations conducted from the air or sea This makes it easier to determine its location. The outer casing (1) shown in Figure 1 is closed with a fireproof zipper (14). It is secured at the waist with a heavy-duty buckle (15) and strap (16). Flame-retardant 30 7 zipper (14) can safely perform its closing function even in environments with fire risk. The heavy-duty buckle (15) and strap (16) keep the vest securely attached to the user's body. By ensuring it is securely fastened, the vest protects the user in the event of a fall into the water. It prevents it from coming out. At the top where the zipper (14) closes, There is a Velcro cover (17) to cover the zipper pull. Velcro 5 The tape cover (17) prevents the zipper pull from getting caught on external factors or unintentionally. It prevents it from opening. On the outer sheath (1) shown in Figures 1 and 2, there is a front for holding the strap (16) into the housing. There is at least one front bridge (18) in the front section and at least one rear bridge (19) in the rear section. (Figure 2). The front bridge (18) and the rear bridge (19) are covered with reflective tape (6). It is covered. In this way, the belt (16) is kept in an orderly manner and the same Thanks to the reflective tape (6) coating on the bridges (18, 19) of the vest Its visibility is being increased from all directions. In a preferred application of the life vest that is the subject of the invention, the outer casing (1) is white, It is colored with one of the colors red, blue, purple or yellow, and each color has 15 It represents a different staff role. In alternative applications, different roles. Additional colors corresponding to the definitions can also be used. In an alternative application, the float balloon (2) contains carbon dioxide in different grammages. It can be equipped with cylinders (5), and the carbon dioxide cylinder (5) preferably weighs 24 grams. Together, they can be selected in amounts ranging from 16 grams to 38 grams. 20 In an alternative application, the outer sheath (1) is made of cotton and polyester in varying proportions. It can be produced from a blend, preferably with 50% cotton and 50% polyester. While cotton is used in some applications, the cotton content is between 30% and 70%, and the polyester content is 30%. It can vary between 70%.

Claims

8 Requests 1. The invention is a helicopter built on water such as seas, lakes, rivers, and similar places. or platforms where other aircraft can land, as well as seas, lakes, rivers, etc. moving in places and on which helicopters and other aircraft can land marine vessels that have a platform or runway, runway, platform and 5 for use on their decks; - to enable user personnel to be distinguished according to their job type, multiple different colors, each representing a different staff role an outer sheath made of flame-retardant ripstop fabric, colored with one. (1), 10 - placed and fixed inside the mentioned outer casing (1), on it an oral tube that allows inflation by mouth (3), - an automatic blasting mechanism that works upon contact with water (4) a buoyancy balloon (2) containing a carbon dioxide cylinder (5), - on the front left side of the mentioned outer casing (1), there is a life vest light 15 (11) When the life vest light (11) located and mentioned is working, from the outside an upper left pocket fitted with a window (12) that allows it to be seen (9) and a lower left pocket containing a marine marking paint (13) (10), - the oral tube 20 in the front right part of the mentioned outer sheath (1) in the chest area (3) a polyethylene reinforced cover (7) and blasting in the core area a polyethylene that closes the mechanism (4) and the carbon dioxide cylinder (5) Reinforced cover (8), - a fireproof zipper (14) closing the mentioned outer cover (1) and waist a heavy-duty buckle (15) and strap (16) that secure the part; 25 - on the aforementioned outer casing (1), to hold the strap (16) in place at least one front bridge (18) and at least one rear bridge covered with reflective tape (6) bridge (19), A helicopter platform containing personnel is characterized by life vests. 9 2. According to Claim 1, a helicopter platform personnel life vest is mentioned. At the top where the zipper (14) closes, there is a Velcro to cover the zipper pull. It is characterized by having a tape cover (17).

3. According to Claim 1, the right and left regions of the front part of the aforementioned outer casing (1) It is characterized by coated reflective tapes (6). 5 4. Thermoplastic with EN ISO 12402-7 standard test approval according to Claim 1. with the buoyancy balloon (2) produced from fabric with high frequency weld stitching It is characterized by...

5. In accordance with Claim 1, characterized by a carbon dioxide cylinder (5) weighing 24 grams. is being done. 10 6. According to Claim 1, a ripstop blend of 50% cotton and 50% polyester is required. It is characterized by an outer sheath made of flammable fabric (1).

7. According to Claim 1, a white outer cover (1) to identify healthcare personnel. It is characterized by...

8. In accordance with Claim 1, a red 15 is required to identify electrical and systems personnel. It is characterized by its outer sheath (1).

9. In accordance with Claim 1, security personnel are characterized by a blue outer sheath (1). is being done.

10. According to Claim 1, a purple outer casing (1) to identify fuel personnel. It is characterized by... 20 11. In accordance with Claim 1, a yellow outer casing to identify flight control personnel. It is characterized by (1).

12. According to Claim 1, the upper left pocket (9) and the left pocket, each of which is structured as two compartments. It is characterized by the lower pocket (10).

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