Quick Release Coupling for Spit-Cock Valve on Standard Deep Sea Divers Air Helmet,

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Abstract:

The report discusses a simple, easily manipulated system for supplying the deep sea diver with an emergency, alternate air supply. The use of the commercial quick connect coupling fitted at the end of a standard lightweight oxygenair hose and mating onto a modified spit-cock on the helmet provides an easy, safe method of furnishing an alternate air supply to a distressed deep sea diver. The modification proposed is within the capacity of forces afloat to accomplish, subject to the provision of a parts kit. It is recommended that the spit cock emergency supply system be made standard on all U.S.N. deep sea helmets. It is recommended that a conversion kit be furnished all diving activities to modify all existing helmets.

Author(s):
Searle, W. F., Jr. ; Prickett, C. M.
Author Organization(s):
NAVY EXPERIMENTAL DIVING UNIT WASHINGTON D C
Pagination:
0019

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NEDU-Evaluation-18-59
Project Number(s):
NS-185-005
 Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*Breathing apparatus, *Helmets, *Diver equipment, Performance(Engineering), Oceans, Naval research, Deep water, Respiration, Air flow, Valves, Couplings, Disconnect fittings
Field(s)/Group(s):
Life Support Systems
Keyword(s):
Underwater breathing equipment, Evaluation, Recommendations
Report Date:
1959 Apr 14