Deck hook having improved loading functionality

摘要

A deck hook capable of accepting loading forces in multiple directions and of distributing such forces over an increased deck surface area thereby reducing the risk of damage to the deck, particularly when the deck is formed of a non-steel material.

主权项

1. A deck hook for removably coupling with an engagement opening formed in the deck of a vessel, said engagement opening having a diameter D1, said deck defining an upper surface and a lower surface, comprising:
a body member; a lashing eyelet located at one end of said body member; a first foot connected to the other end of said body member, said first foot positioned and sized to engage at least a portion of said lower surface of said deck; and a second foot positioned to cooperate with said first foot to secure said hook to said engagement opening, said second foot movable between an insertion position wherein said first foot and said second foot define a diameter D2 and a securement position wherein said first foot and said second foot define a diameter D3, said diameter D2 being less than said diameter D1, and said diameter D3 being greater than said diameter D1.