METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLED EMERGENCY DESCENT

摘要

Methods and apparatus for an emergency descent system according to various aspects of the present technology may comprise a cable connector non-slidably connected to an emergency escape cable and a housing connected to the cable connector and configured to enclose a controlled descent system and at least a portion of a length of rope. The housing may comprise an outer protective layer, an inner wall section substantially enclosed by the outer protective layer forming an open interior portion, and a cover configured to be selectively attached to an upper portion of the outer protective layer. The cover may be configured to be selectively attached to an upper portion of the outer protective layer. The cover may be configured to cover at least a portion of the controlled descent system and protect the open interior portion from environmental conditions.

主权项

1. An emergency descent system for a person positioned on an elevated platform having an emergency cable positioned between the elevated platform and a ground location, comprising:
a cable connector configured to be non-slidably connected to the emergency cable; a first cable having first end and second ends, wherein the first end is coupled to the cable connector; a controlled descent system coupled to the second end of the first cable; and a housing configured to enclose the controlled descent system and at least a portion of the first cable.