HYDROSTATIC INFLATABLE LIFE VEST FOR WARPLANE PILOTS

Abstract

The invention relates to a pilot life vest (1) for use by pilots and crew on fighter aircraft and high-altitude supersonic aircraft. The pilot life vest (1) comprises a protective vest (2) made of short-range flame-resistant fabric, an outer shell (3) and a buoyancy balloon (4); a quick-burst zipper (7) on the outer shell (3) which allows the buoyancy balloon (4) to be fully inflated in 3-5 seconds; and at least one hydrostatic burst mechanism (8, 9) that is resistant to high G-forces and operates under water pressure. Thanks to this invention, unwanted inflation under high G-forces is prevented, protection against short-range flames is provided, and quick and reliable buoyancy support is obtained in an emergency.

Description

1 Specifications HYDROSTATIC INFLATABLE LIFE VEST FOR WARPLANE PILOTS Technical field The invention relates to the field of life-saving equipment, specifically IPC class 5, B63C 9 / 1255. This relates to inflatable life vests, which can be considered within this scope. The invention is specifically designed for use in fighter jets and high-altitude supersonic aircraft. Designed for use by pilots and crew, resistant to high G-forces. Equipped with hydrostatic inflation mechanisms, resistant to short-lived flames. A pilot can 10 made of fabric and equipped with a quick-release zipper system. It relates to his vest. Previous technique Today, in the field of aviation, especially in fighter jets and high-altitude aircraft... Pilots and crew operating supersonic aircraft must be prepared for crash or emergency ejection. 15 buoyancy support to help them survive if they fall into the water. Life jackets, which provide protection, are used as essential equipment. In current technology, Pilot life jackets generally consist of a protective vest, an outer shell, and a buoyancy control system. This includes the balloon, inflation mechanisms, and CO₂ cylinders. This type of can Inflation of the vests is done manually by pulling a cord or upon contact with water 20 This is performed automatically via a decaying trigger element. However, the unique conditions of the fighter jet cockpit environment (high G) (force, confined space, fire risk, need for rapid ejection) existing life vests This leads to it being insufficient. Patent documents relating to the previous technique 25 2 Patent document number US5494469A and titled "Inflatable life vest", U a can with numerous independent inflatable compartments arranged in this way It describes the life vest. In this life vest, all of it is connected via a manifold. The compartments are supplied with gas from a common inflation source, and each compartment has Check valves are located between the manifold and the valves to prevent backflow. This allows for a 5 If one compartment is punctured, it prevents the other compartments from extinguishing. However, this document specifies high G-force resistance specific to aviation applications. requirements such as protection against short-term flames and cockpit ergonomics are addressed. It does not include, but requires, rapid inflation and compactness, which are needed by fighter jet pilots. It does not meet the structural requirements. 10 Patent number US7223143B1 titled "Inflatable, self-propelled life vest" the document describes a device equipped with a propulsion unit to propel a swimmer through the water. It describes a self-propelled inflatable life vest. The life vest in question... The vest consists of a body, upper and lower connecting elements, a drive unit, and a power It includes the source. However, this document focuses on the drive system. 15 hydrostatic, resistant to high G-forces, required in combat aircraft environments. inflation mechanisms, flame-resistant textile construction, and quick-release zipper system. It does not include features such as these. Patent document number US9950775B1 and titled "Inflatable life vest" are interconnected. 20 having an inflatable compartment consisting of welded first and second layers It describes a life vest. This life vest has an inflatable compartment. a long inflation chamber extending upwards and a neck opening However, this document also includes high-G applications specific to aviation applications. strength, durability, hydrostatic triggering, use of flame-resistant fabric, and speed. It does not meet the inflation requirements. 25 Definition of the technical problem When the solutions related to the previous technique mentioned above are examined, it is seen that in the current technique... pilots serving in fighter jets and high-altitude supersonic aircraft 3 For the crew; hydrostatic inflation resistant to high G forces. It has mechanisms, is made of short-lived flame-resistant fabric, and is fast. Thanks to its retractable zipper system, it offers a compact design and opens in 3-5 seconds. providing full inflation while also controlling the pilot's movements inside the cockpit. It was determined that there was no ergonomic pilot life vest that did not restrict movement. 5 The technical problem that the invention aims to solve is: even under high G-forces. Compact, providing reliable inflation and offering protection against short-lived flames. Its structure does not restrict the pilot's mobility and in case of emergency, 3-5 a pilot life vest that provides full buoyancy support within seconds It is the development of. 10 Purpose of the Invention The purpose of the invention is to create a fighter jet pilot that solves the technical problem described above. The goal is to provide life jackets. The technical advantages offered by the invention are as follows: 15 The pilot life vest that is the subject of the invention consists of a protective vest, an outer shell, and a buoyancy bladder. All of the textile components that make up the system are resistant to short-term flames, called "Fire". Because it is made of "non-walking" fabric, it prevents accidents inside the cockpit. The pilot is protected in the event of a sudden fire. The pilot life vest that is the subject of the invention has a quick-burst system for the outer shell. Thanks to being equipped with a zipper, the inflatable balloon has a compact structure. It has a pump and the vest is fully inflated within 3-5 seconds. The pilot life vest that is the subject of the invention features two hydrostatic structures with high G-forces. Thanks to the use of a detonation mechanism resistant to the force of the war Even under the high G-forces to which the aircraft is subjected, the mechanisms function 25 This prevents unintended triggering and only activates in the pilot's chest. Reliable inflation is ensured when the tank is submerged in water up to its level. 4 The pilot life vest that is the subject of the invention has an inflatable filled with 33g of carbon dioxide. Thanks to the use of tubes, the buoyancy balloon can be deployed efficiently and quickly. It is being inflated. Thanks to the ergonomic design of the pilot life vest that is the subject of this invention, inside the cabin The belt wraps around the pilot's waist, back, chest, and abdomen, ensuring a perfect fit with the body. 5 And the pilot's movements are not restricted. Industrial applicability The invention has potential applications primarily in the aviation and defense industries, as well as in maritime and life support. It is suitable for production and use in sectors that manufacture rescue equipment. 10 The pilot life vest that is the subject of this invention is used in fighter jets and high-altitude supersonic aircraft. It can be implemented as essential equipment for pilots and crew on duty, and the same also for personnel working on offshore platforms that carry a fire risk at the time It has an adaptable structure. Explanation of the figures Figure 1 shows the pilot life vest, which is the subject of the invention, in its deflated state. Figure 2 shows the pilot life vest, which is the subject of the invention, in its deflated and burst state. Explanation of references 20 Ref. No. Description 1 Pilot life vest 2. Protective vest 3. Outer casing 4 Floating balloons Right zipper 6. Left zipper 7. Quick-burst zipper system. 8 Detonation mechanisms 9 First inflation tube Second inflation tube Detailed Description of the Invention The invention will enable pilots and crew on fighter jets and high-altitude supersonic aircraft to... It is worn as essential equipment and can be submerged in water in case of a crash or emergency launch. A pilot life jacket (1) 5 that provides buoyancy support to the pilot in case of a fall. It is related. The pilot life vest (1) that is the subject of the invention shown in Figure 1; a protective vest (2), an outer case (3), a buoyancy balloon (4), a right zipper (5), a left zipper (6), a quick Quick Burst system zipper (7), a first hydrostatic blast mechanism (8), a second hydrostatic blasting mechanism (9), a first 10 It consists of an inflation tube (9) and a second inflation tube (10). The protective vest (2) shown in Figure 1 covers the pilot’s waist, back, chest and abdomen. It has an ergonomic design that fits perfectly to the pilot's body. It is structured. The pilot vest (2) controls the pilot's movements inside the cabin. It is designed in a way that will not restrict. The armor vest (2), located on the right, right 15 via the zipper (5) and the left zipper (6) on the left side to the pilot's body It is fixed. The protective vest (2) is resistant to short-term flames "Fire It is made of "non-walkable" fabric. The outer casing (3), shown in Figure 1, is mounted on the protective vest (2), It keeps the buoyancy balloon (4) in a compact form. The outer casing (3), 20 The outer casing is made of "fire-retardant" fabric that is resistant to short-term flames. (3) is equipped with a quick-burst zipper (7). Quick-burst system 6 (Quick Burst) zipper (7), the buoyancy balloon (4) has a compact structure to ensure that the pilot life vest (1) lasts 3-5 seconds It allows it to inflate completely inside. Quick-release system. Burst zipper (7) opens automatically during inflation, releasing the buoyancy balloon (4) It allows it to release its tension and expand rapidly. 5 The buoyancy balloon (4) shown in Figure 2 is folded inside the outer casing (3). It is positioned and has a quick-opening zipper system (Quick Burst) that opens during inflation. (7) By opening, it expands and provides buoyancy support to the pilot. The buoyancy balloon (4) is made of "Fire Retardant" fabric, which is resistant to short-term flames. It has been manufactured. 10 The first hydrostatic blasting of the blasting mechanism (8) shown in Figure 1 and The second hydrostatic blast is positioned on the protective vest (2), It is hydrostatically structured and designed to withstand high G-forces. First hydrostatic blasting mechanism and second hydrostatic blasting The mechanism operates based on water pressure and is positioned 15 meters above the pilot's chest. It is triggered at the level where it is submerged in water. Thanks to its hydrostatic structure, External factors such as rain, spray, or humidity can cause unwanted inflation. This is prevented. In addition, thanks to its structure resistant to high G-forces, the war the high acceleration forces experienced by the aircraft during its maneuvers The unintentional triggering of the detonation mechanisms (8) is prevented. 20 The first inflation tube (9) is connected to the first hydrostatic blasting mechanism (8). and is filled with 33g of Carbon Dioxide (CO₂). The second inflation tube (10), second connected to the hydrostatic blasting mechanism (8), 33g Carbon dioxide (CO₂) It is filled with the first inflation tube (9) and the second inflation tube (10), buoyancy It is configured to provide fluid connection to the balloon (4). 25 In a preferred application of the invention, the pilot life vest (1) is worn by fighter jet pilots. It is worn by means of a vest (2), right zipper (5) and left The zipper (6) is closed and secured to the pilot's body. Emergency ejection in the event of the pilot falling into the water and being submerged up to his chest 7 In the case of blasting mechanism (8); first hydrostatic blasting and second Hydrostatic blasting is triggered by water pressure, the first inflation tube (9) and the second 33g of Carbon dioxide gas inside the inflation tube (10) is added to the float balloon (4) It is released. Simultaneously, the Quick Burst zipper (7) opening and the buoyancy balloon (4) inflates fully within 3-5 seconds and gives the pilot 5 It provides buoyancy support. In an alternative application, the amount of Carbon dioxide in the inflation tubes (9, 10) is 30g It can be selected between 33g and 38g, preferably 33g. Alternatively, "Fire Retardant" fabric can be made from Nomex, Kevlar, or a combination of these. It can be selected from a flame-resistant textile material containing a mixture of these. 10 In an alternative application, the Quick Burst zipper (7) is a double-sided zipper. It has a zipper structure that can be opened from both sides during inflation. This ensures the rapid release of the buoyancy balloon (4).

Claims

8 Requests 1. The invention provides pilot and air defense systems for fighter jets and high-altitude supersonic aircraft. essential equipment worn by the crew in case of crash or emergency ejection to provide buoyancy support to the pilot in case of falling into the water. a pilot life vest (1) and 5 - a protective vest made of fabric resistant to short-term flames (2) and a buoyancy balloon (4), - the mentioned buoyancy balloon (4) is kept in a compact structure and the pilot life vest (1) mentioned should be fully installed within 3-5 seconds. a quick-opening system (Quick Burst) zipper (7) 10 that allows it to inflate equipped with an outer sheath made of short-range flame-resistant fabric. (3), - at least one zipper (5, which fastens the aforementioned protective vest (2) to the body, 6), - 15 designed to withstand high G-forces and operate based on water pressure. a hydrostatic blasting mechanism (8), - the mechanism for bursting the mentioned buoyancy balloon (4) (8) at least one inflation tube (9, 10) to inflate upon triggering, It is characterized by its inclusion.

2. According to Claim 1, 20 containers filled with between 30g and 38g of Carbon Dioxide (CO₂). It is characterized by its inflation tube (10, 11).

3. According to Claim 2, the inflation tube (10, filled with 33g Carbon Dioxide (CO₂), It is characterized by 11).

4. According to Claim 1, two hydrostatic blasting devices each (8, 9) and It is characterized by its inflation tube (10, 11). 25 5. According to Claim 1, at the level where the pilot was submerged in water up to his chest. characterized by its triggered hydrostatic blasting mechanism (8, 9) is being done.

6. According to Claim 1, the helmet must wrap around the pilot's waist, back, chest, and abdomen. It is characterized by its ergonomic structure and protective vest (2). 30 9 7. According to claim 1, a right zipper located on the right and left sides (5) and characterized by a vest (2) which includes a left zipper (6). is being done.

8. According to Claim 1, a quick-opening system with a bidirectional opening mechanism. It is characterized by its (Quick Burst) zipper (7). 5 9. According to Claim 1, a material resistant to short-duration flames, made of Nomex, Kevlar or a combination thereof. with a pilot life vest (1) made of a textile fabric containing a mixture It is characterized by...

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