An energy absorbing device

A - Human Necessities – 62 – B

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A62B 35/04 (2006.01)

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CA 2228035

An energy absorbing device is for use in an energy absorbing system coupled to an object. The energy absorbing device comprises a body defining a longitudinal slot passing therethrough for receiving at least two layers of lanyard material in a tight fitting relationship. The layers are movable in opposite directions, whereby, in the event of energy absorption demand, the lanyard material is moved relative to said energy absorbing device and friction between said lanyard and said device controls the force supplied to the object. Means is provided for increasing the width of the slot following arrest of the object so as to reduce said friction and permit controlled further movement of the object. The invention provides for a two-stage descent in which after a fall, the second stage allows a controlled descent.

La présente invention a pour objet un dispositif d'absorption d'énergie associé à un objet. Ledit dispositif contient une partie corps dotée d'une fente longitudinale pouvant recevoir au moins deux couches de cordon ajustées serrées. Les couches peuvent se déplacer dans des directions opposées ce qui, en cas de nécessité d'absorption d'énergie, entraîne un déplacement du cordon par rapport audit dispositif. La friction entre le cordon et le dispositif contrôle la force de l'objet. Il est possible d'augmenter la largeur de la fente après arrêt de l'objet, ce qui réduit la friction et permet de contrôler la suite du mouvement de l'objet. L'invention prévoit une chute à deux étapes avec contrôle de la descente après la première chute.

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