SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INSTALLING STRUCTURES IN A BODY OF WATER

摘要

A system comprising a structure defining an interior of the system; an apparatus exterior to the structure, the apparatus adapted to reduce in size when lowered into a body of water; a strap exterior to the apparatus, the strap adapted to reduce in size as the apparatus reduces in size, the strap comprising a first end and a second end; and a connector assembly connected to the first end and the second end, the connector assembly comprising a bolt, a biasing mechanism adapted to keep a level of tension on the strap, a limiter adapted to ensure a minimum length of the biasing mechanism.