Personnel transfer capsule

Abstract

A transfer system for transferring personnel, personal gear and/or delicate freight which includes walls and a base defining a shape having a large bottom area which is generally tapered toward the top for defining an inner space capable of carrying objects and personnel therein. A load bearing support structure supports the base and walled surfaces over a large surface area and is capable of being attached to a lifting device such as a crane hook. A central support member for personnel is attached to the base of the structure and includes a dynamic compression system for supporting and distributing various weights. The load bearing central support structure is designed to create multiple pressure and stress points for decreasing the force exerted at each point. This may be accomplished through the use of multiple load bearing members. Typically, the load bearing members are straps disposed in the shell.

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