Quick Release Coupling for Spit-Cock Valve on Standard Deep Sea Divers Air Helmet,
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 oxygen/air 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.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 14, 1959
- Accession Number
- AD0779857
Entities
People
- C. M. Prickett
- W. F. Searle Jr.
Organizations
- United States Navy Experimental Diving Unit