EP0736450B1 - Buoyancy aid for sea-going craft in distress - Google Patents

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EP0736450B1
EP0736450B1 EP96104303A EP96104303A EP0736450B1 EP 0736450 B1 EP0736450 B1 EP 0736450B1 EP 96104303 A EP96104303 A EP 96104303A EP 96104303 A EP96104303 A EP 96104303A EP 0736450 B1 EP0736450 B1 EP 0736450B1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63G—OFFENSIVE OR DEFENSIVE ARRANGEMENTS ON VESSELS; MINE-LAYING; MINE-SWEEPING; SUBMARINES; AIRCRAFT CARRIERS
    • B63G8/00—Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines; Equipment specially adapted therefor
    • B63G8/14—Control of attitude or depth
    • B63G8/24—Automatic depth adjustment; Safety equipment for increasing buoyancy, e.g. detachable ballast, floating bodies
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63B—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; EQUIPMENT FOR SHIPPING 
    • B63B43/00—Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for
    • B63B43/02—Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for reducing risk of capsizing or sinking
    • B63B43/10—Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for reducing risk of capsizing or sinking by improving buoyancy
    • B63B43/12—Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for reducing risk of capsizing or sinking by improving buoyancy using inboard air containers or inboard floating members
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
    • B63B—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; EQUIPMENT FOR SHIPPING 
    • B63B43/00—Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for
    • B63B43/02—Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for reducing risk of capsizing or sinking
    • B63B43/10—Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for reducing risk of capsizing or sinking by improving buoyancy
    • B63B43/14—Improving safety of vessels, e.g. damage control, not otherwise provided for reducing risk of capsizing or sinking by improving buoyancy using outboard floating members

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  • the invention relates to a buoyancy aid for underwater vehicles in Distress according to the preamble of claim 1.
  • the buoyancy aid provides a safety system for submersibles and military submarines represents.
  • a buoyancy aid for submarines is known in which Inflatable swimming bags on both sides of the keel within a removable Cover are arranged.
  • a centrally arranged gas generator supplies at least two swimming bags with gas opposite each other.
  • the disadvantage is that the stability of the submarine is strong due to the floating sacks on the keel is affected. If the swimming bags are inflated unevenly on one The submarine tilts around the keel.
  • the invention has for its object a buoyancy aid for watercraft to propose in distress that is small, inexpensive and light.
  • the invention solves the problem according to the characterizing features of Claim 1.
  • buoyancy aid quickly and quickly delivers compressed gas in order to Emergency, e.g. B. with damaged immersion tanks to ensure the necessary buoyancy.
  • This pressurized gas unfolds a sack according to its position unfolds inside the watercraft as well as outside of it Watercraft.
  • the gas generator forms a small module with the bag to be inflated, which can be arranged universally on the inside or outside of the watercraft.
  • the system consists of one or more modules. They are arbitrary in space and time to combine. The required gas pressure-time profile is therefore easy produce.
  • the pressure difference across the bag wall is with a differential piston valve easy and safe to keep at what level the use of introduced Bag materials allowed.
  • FIG. 1 is a submarine 1 on its front and on its rear Deck top 2, 3 provided with storage spaces 4, 5 for modules 6 according to Figure 4.
  • Each storage space 4, 5 has one or more corresponding to the storage space 4, 5 adapted, for example tubular modules 6, this module 6 or these modules 6 extend according to the length of the storage space 4.5.
  • the upper side of deck 2 or 3 either has flaps (not shown) or predetermined breaking points 15 according to Figure 9 This ensures that when inflating the swimming bags 7 that can unfold outside of the submarine 1, as from Figure 3 emerges.
  • the inflated swimming bags 7 lie close together or support each other, thereby creating a stable buoyancy configuration.
  • the modules 6 can also be attached to the outside of the submarine or through Belts 41 ( Figure 7) can be held. Adhesive or Screw connections.
  • the module 6 consists of a base plate 12 made of steel or Plastic, attached gas generator 16 according to the high-low pressure system, the bag 7 and a liquid-tight packing bag 8.
  • the Sack 7 is with a differential piston valve 9 and an ignition 17, 18 (see also Figure 9) provided. This valve ensures that the pressure in the sack 7 is short remains above the external pressure. This ensures that a simple, light, portable, cheap material to use. This material leaves stow away well and is available as standard goods.
  • the submarine 1 has a diving tank inside the bow 20 on. If the immersion tank 20 is damaged by external influences (Enemy action, collision with surface ships) is pushing out again of the penetrated ambient water in a simple manner by at least one of modules 6 to accomplish.
  • the module 6 is on the bottom 21 of the Immersion tanks 20 arranged.
  • the modules 6 are activated by appropriate sensors, that is to say controlled automatically or manually, and push the water out of the immersion tank 23.
  • the modules 6 can be activated as a whole or selectively.
  • a submersible 40 has a commercial or scientific design Purposes an external transport container fastened by straps 41 42 on both sides. At least one module 6 is in the transport container 42 integrated, the dash-dotted swimming bag 7 with a length inflates, which corresponds to the length of the transport container 42. The ignition trigger for the module 6 and also for opening a flap 44 of the transport container 42 takes place automatically or manually.
  • a module 10 consists of a housing 11. This is structured in base plate 12, side walls 13 and cover plate 14 with predetermined breaking point 15.
  • the gas generator 16 according to the high-low pressure principle consists of an ignition line 17, a lighter 18, a gas set 19 and one with holes 21 provided housing 22.
  • the gas generator 16 is with the base plate 12 firmly connected.
  • the sack 7 is folded in the housing 11 and is at 9 with the Side walls 13 firmly connected.
  • the cover plate 14 closes with the side walls 13 waterproof. Attachments to watercraft are at 24 designated.
  • the gas generator 16 is located in a watertight interior 31
  • the inflated swimming bag according to FIG. 7, 7 has any suitable shape, such as a sphere or hose on.
  • the swimming bag 7 consists of a gas-tight fabric of a known type, such as it is used on raft bags.
  • the buoyancy aid described above is inexpensive, compact and has a light weight. Due to the modular structure of the buoyancy aid, the system is versatile and above all, it has the required functional reliability on.
  • Module 6 can be installed in submarines wherever there is a buoyancy volume is useful. Such usable gaps exist between lines, Fuel tanks, drive units, internals and others.

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Die Erfindung bezieht sich auf eine Auftriebshilfe für Unterwasserfahrzeuge in Seenot nach dem Oberbegriff des Anspruches 1.The invention relates to a buoyancy aid for underwater vehicles in Distress according to the preamble of claim 1.

Die Auftriebshilfe stellt ein Sicherheitssystem für Tauchboote und militärische U-Boote dar.The buoyancy aid provides a safety system for submersibles and military submarines represents.

Aus der DE-A3 414 646 ist eine Auftriebshilfe für U-Boote bekannt, bei der zu beiden Seiten des Kiels aufblasbare Schwimmsäcke innerhalb einer entfernbaren Abdeckung angeordnet sind. Ein zentral angeordneter Gasgenerator versorgt wenigstens zwei, einander gegenüberliegende Schwimmsäcke mit Gas. Nachteilig ist, daß durch die am Kiel sitzenden Schwimmsäcke die Stabilität des U-Bootes stark beeinträchtigt wird. Bei ungleichseitigem Aufblasen der Schwimmsäcke auf einer Seite besteht die Kippneigung des U-Bootes um den Kiel.From DE-A3 414 646 a buoyancy aid for submarines is known in which Inflatable swimming bags on both sides of the keel within a removable Cover are arranged. A centrally arranged gas generator supplies at least two swimming bags with gas opposite each other. The disadvantage is that the stability of the submarine is strong due to the floating sacks on the keel is affected. If the swimming bags are inflated unevenly on one The submarine tilts around the keel.

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Auftriebshilfe für Wasserfahrzeuge in Seenot vorzuschlagen, die kleinbauend, kostengünstig und leicht ist.The invention has for its object a buoyancy aid for watercraft to propose in distress that is small, inexpensive and light.

Die Erfindung löst die Aufgabe entsprechend den kennzeichnenden Merkmalen des Anspruches 1.The invention solves the problem according to the characterizing features of Claim 1.

Vorteilhafte Weiterbildungen der Erfindung sind den Unteransprüchen zu entnehmen. Advantageous developments of the invention can be found in the subclaims.

Erfindungsgemäß liefert die Auftriebshilfe kurzfristig und schnell Druckgas, um im Notfall, z. B. bei beschädigten Tauchtanks, den notwendigen Auftrieb sicherzustellen. Dieses Druckgas entfaltet einen Sack, wobei dieser entsprechend seiner Positionierung im Innenraum der Wasserfahrzeuge sich entfaltet als auch außerhalb von Wasserfahrzeugen.According to the buoyancy aid quickly and quickly delivers compressed gas in order to Emergency, e.g. B. with damaged immersion tanks to ensure the necessary buoyancy. This pressurized gas unfolds a sack according to its position unfolds inside the watercraft as well as outside of it Watercraft.

Der Gasgenerator bildet mit dem aufzublasenden Sack einen kleinbauenden Modul, der universell innen bzw. außen am Wasserfahrzeug anzuordnen ist. Das System besteht aus einem oder mehreren Modulen. Sie sind räumlich und zeitlich beliebig zu kombinieren. Das verlangte Gasdruck-Zeit-Profil ist damit ohne weiteres zu erzeugen. Die Druckdifferenz über der Sackwand ist mit einem Differentialkolbenventil leicht und sicher auf einem Niveau zu halten, was den Einsatz eingeführter Sackmaterialien erlaubt.The gas generator forms a small module with the bag to be inflated, which can be arranged universally on the inside or outside of the watercraft. The system consists of one or more modules. They are arbitrary in space and time to combine. The required gas pressure-time profile is therefore easy produce. The pressure difference across the bag wall is with a differential piston valve easy and safe to keep at what level the use of introduced Bag materials allowed.

Ausführungsbeispiele der Erfindung sind in der Zeichnung dargestellt. Es zeigt:

Figur 1
ein U-Boot in einer Seitenansicht,
Figur 2
das U-Boot nach Figur 1 in einer Ansicht von oben,
Figur 3
einen Querschnitt III-III nach Figur 1,
Figur 4
einen Modul,
Figur 5
einen Tauchtank eines U-Bootes,
Figur 6
ein Tauchboot,
Figur 7
einen Querschnitt VI-VI nach Figur 5,
Figur 8
einen aufgeblasenen Sack eines Moduls und
Figur 9
einen Modul mit gefaltetem Sack und Gasgenerator.
Embodiments of the invention are shown in the drawing. It shows:
Figure 1
a submarine in a side view,
Figure 2
1 in a view from above,
Figure 3
2 shows a cross section III-III according to FIG. 1,
Figure 4
a module,
Figure 5
a submersible tank,
Figure 6
a diving boat,
Figure 7
5 shows a cross section VI-VI according to FIG. 5,
Figure 8
an inflated sack of a module and
Figure 9
a module with a folded sack and gas generator.

Nach den Figuren 1, 3 ist ein U-Boot 1 an seiner vorderen und an seiner hinteren Deckoberseite 2, 3 mit Stauräumen 4, 5 für Module 6 gemäß Figur 4 versehen. Jeder Stauraum 4,5 weist einen oder mehrere entsprechend an den Stauraum 4,5 angepaßte, beispielsweise schlauchförmige Module 6 auf, wobei sich dieser Modul 6 oder diese Module 6 entsprechend der Länge des Stauraums 4,5 erstrecken. Die Deckoberseite 2 bzw. 3 weist entweder nicht gezeigte Klappen oder Sollbruchstellen 15 gemäß Figur 9 auf Damit ist gewährleistet, daß beim Aufblasen der Schwimmsäcke 7 diese sich außerhalb des U-Bootes 1 entfalten können, wie aus Figur 3 hervorgeht. Die aufgeblasenen Schwimmsäcke 7 liegen dicht aneinander an bzw. stützen sich gegenseitig ab und bewirken dadurch eine stabile Auftriebs-Konfiguration.According to Figures 1, 3 is a submarine 1 on its front and on its rear Deck top 2, 3 provided with storage spaces 4, 5 for modules 6 according to Figure 4. Each storage space 4, 5 has one or more corresponding to the storage space 4, 5 adapted, for example tubular modules 6, this module 6 or these modules 6 extend according to the length of the storage space 4.5. The The upper side of deck 2 or 3 either has flaps (not shown) or predetermined breaking points 15 according to Figure 9 This ensures that when inflating the Swimming bags 7 that can unfold outside of the submarine 1, as from Figure 3 emerges. The inflated swimming bags 7 lie close together or support each other, thereby creating a stable buoyancy configuration.

Die Module 6 können gemäß Figur 3 auch außen am U-Boot befestigt oder durch Gurte 41 (Figur 7) gehalten sein. Als Befestigungen eignen sich Klebe- oder Schraubverbindungen.According to FIG. 3, the modules 6 can also be attached to the outside of the submarine or through Belts 41 (Figure 7) can be held. Adhesive or Screw connections.

Nach Figur 4 besteht der Modul 6 aus einer Bodenplatte 12 aus Stahl oder aus Kunststoff, daran befestigten Gasgenerator 16 nach dem Hoch-Niederdruck-System, dem Sack 7 und einem flüssigkeitsdicht schließenden Packsack 8. Der Sack 7 ist mit einem Differentialkolbenventil 9 und einer Anzündung 17, 18 (siehe auch Figur 9) versehen. Dieses Ventil gewährleistet, daß der Druck im Sack 7 kurz über dem Außendruck bleibt. Damit ist sichergestellt, daß für den Sack ein einfaches, leichtes, bewegliches, billiges Material zu verwenden ist. Dieses Material läßt sich gut verstauen und liegt als Standardware vor.According to Figure 4, the module 6 consists of a base plate 12 made of steel or Plastic, attached gas generator 16 according to the high-low pressure system, the bag 7 and a liquid-tight packing bag 8. The Sack 7 is with a differential piston valve 9 and an ignition 17, 18 (see also Figure 9) provided. This valve ensures that the pressure in the sack 7 is short remains above the external pressure. This ensures that a simple, light, portable, cheap material to use. This material leaves stow away well and is available as standard goods.

Bei Initiierung der Anzündung 17, 18 entwickelt ein Gassatz 19 giftfreies Gas. Dieses strömt durch die Bohrungen 21 in den Sack 7. Bei einem entsprechenden Innendruck reißt der Packsack 8 auf und es bilden sich die Auftriebshilfen gemäß den aufgeblasenen Schwimmsäcken 7, siehe Figuren 3, 7.When the ignition 17, 18 is initiated, a gas set 19 develops poison-free gas. This flows through the bores 21 into the sack 7. With a corresponding one The pack sack 8 tears open inside and the buoyancy aids are formed accordingly the inflated swimming bags 7, see Figures 3, 7.

Das U-Boot 1 weist gemäß den Figuren 1, 2 innerhalb des Bugs einen Tauchtank 20 auf. Bei Beschädigung des Tauchtanks 20 durch äußere Fremdeinwirkung (Feindeinwirkung, Kollision mit Überwasserschiffen) ist das Wiederausschieben des eingedrungenen Umgebungswassers in einfacher Weise durch wenigstens einen der Module 6 zu bewerkstelligen. Hierzu ist der Modul 6 am Boden 21 des Tauchtanks 20 angeordnet.According to FIGS. 1, 2, the submarine 1 has a diving tank inside the bow 20 on. If the immersion tank 20 is damaged by external influences (Enemy action, collision with surface ships) is pushing out again of the penetrated ambient water in a simple manner by at least one of modules 6 to accomplish. For this purpose, the module 6 is on the bottom 21 of the Immersion tanks 20 arranged.

Nach Figur 5 sind innerhalb eines weiteren Tauchtanks 23 eines nicht weiter dargestellten U-Bootes an der Innenwand 30 mehrere, voneinander flüssigkeitsdicht getrennte Module 6 befestigt.
Bei einem Riß in der Außenhaut 27 erfolgt der Wassereintritt. Durch entsprechende Sensoren, also automatisch oder manuell gesteuert, werden die Module 6 aktiviert und drücken das Wasser aus dem Tauchtank 23 hinaus. Die Module 6 können insgesamt oder selektiv aktiviert werden.According to FIG. 5, a plurality of modules 6, which are separated from one another in a liquid-tight manner, are fastened to the inner wall 30 within a further immersion tank 23 of a submarine (not shown further).
If there is a crack in the outer skin 27, the water enters. The modules 6 are activated by appropriate sensors, that is to say controlled automatically or manually, and push the water out of the immersion tank 23. The modules 6 can be activated as a whole or selectively.

Nach den Figuren 6, 7weist ein Tauchboot 40 für gewerbliche oder wissenschaftliche Zwecke einen außenliegenden, durch Gurte 41 befestigten Transportbehälter 42 zu beiden Seiten auf. In dem Transportbehälter 42 ist wenigstens ein Modul 6 integriert, der den strichpunktiert gezeichneten Schwimmsack 7 mit einer Länge aufbläst, die der Länge des Transportbehälters 42 entspricht. Die Zündauslösung für den Modul 6 als auch das Öffnen einer Klappe 44 des Transportbehälters 42 erfolgt automatisch oder manuell.According to FIGS. 6, 7, a submersible 40 has a commercial or scientific design Purposes an external transport container fastened by straps 41 42 on both sides. At least one module 6 is in the transport container 42 integrated, the dash-dotted swimming bag 7 with a length inflates, which corresponds to the length of the transport container 42. The ignition trigger for the module 6 and also for opening a flap 44 of the transport container 42 takes place automatically or manually.

Der durch den Schwimmsack 7 bewirkte Auftrieb 45, der zu beiden Seiten des Tauchbootes 40 wirksam ist, bewirkt an dem Tauchboot 40 einen entsprechenden Auftrieb gemäß dem Pfeil 46.The buoyancy 45 caused by the swimming bag 7, which on both sides of the Submersible 40 is effective, causes a corresponding on the submersible 40 Buoyancy according to arrow 46.

Nach den Figuren 8, 9 besteht ein Modul 10 aus einem Gehäuse 11. Dieses ist gegliedert in Bodenplatte 12, Seitenwände 13 und Deckplatte 14 mit Sollbruchstelle 15.According to FIGS. 8, 9, a module 10 consists of a housing 11. This is structured in base plate 12, side walls 13 and cover plate 14 with predetermined breaking point 15.

Der Gasgenerator 16 nach dem Hoch-Niederdruck-Prinzip besteht aus einer Anzündleitung 17, einem Anzünder 18, einem Gassatz 19 und einem, mit Bohrungen 21 versehenen Gehäuse 22. Der Gasgenerator 16 ist mit der Bodenplatte 12 fest verbunden. Der Sack 7 liegt gefaltet in dem Gehäuse 11 und ist bei 9 mit den Seitenwänden 13 fest verbunden. Die Deckplatte 14 schließt mit den Seitenwänden 13 wasserdicht ab. Befestigungsmöglichkeiten an Wasserfahrzeugen sind mit 24 bezeichnet. Der Gasgenerator 16 befindet sich in einem wasserdichten Innenraum 31.The gas generator 16 according to the high-low pressure principle consists of an ignition line 17, a lighter 18, a gas set 19 and one with holes 21 provided housing 22. The gas generator 16 is with the base plate 12 firmly connected. The sack 7 is folded in the housing 11 and is at 9 with the Side walls 13 firmly connected. The cover plate 14 closes with the side walls 13 waterproof. Attachments to watercraft are at 24 designated. The gas generator 16 is located in a watertight interior 31

Bei Anzündung des Gasgenerators 16 strömt giftfreies bzw. stickstofferzeugendes Gas in den Schwimmsack 7, bläht diesen auf, wobei die Deckplatte 14 über die Sollbruchstelle 15 auf- bzw. dann abgesprengt wird. Der aufgeblasene Schwimmsack 7 weist gemäß Figur 7 eine beliebige, geeignete Form, wie Kugel, Schlauch auf. Der Schwimmsack 7 besteht aus einem gasdichten Gewebe bekannter Art, wie es bei Floßsäcken eingesetzt wird. When the gas generator 16 is ignited, a poison-free or nitrogen-producing stream flows Gas in the swimming bag 7, this inflates, the cover plate 14 over the Breakage point 15 is opened or then blown off. The inflated swimming bag According to FIG. 7, 7 has any suitable shape, such as a sphere or hose on. The swimming bag 7 consists of a gas-tight fabric of a known type, such as it is used on raft bags.

Die vorbeschriebene Auftriebshilfe ist kostengünstig, kleinbauend und weist ein geringes Gewicht auf. Durch den modularen Aufbau der Auftriebshilfe ist das System vielseitig einsetzbar und weist vor allem die geforderte Funktionssicherheit auf.The buoyancy aid described above is inexpensive, compact and has a light weight. Due to the modular structure of the buoyancy aid, the system is versatile and above all, it has the required functional reliability on.

Alle Komponenten des Systems beruhen auf einfachen und bekannten Bausteinen.All components of the system are based on simple and well-known components.

Module 6 können in U-Booten überall dort angebracht werden, wo ein Auftriebsvolumen nützbar ist. Solche nutzbaren Zwischenräume bestehen zwischen Leitungen, Treibstofftanks, Antriebsaggregaten, Einbauten und anderes.Module 6 can be installed in submarines wherever there is a buoyancy volume is useful. Such usable gaps exist between lines, Fuel tanks, drive units, internals and others.

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  1. Buoyancy aid for a submarine vessel in distress, having at least two buoyancy-equipment modules consisting of a gas generator (16) for producing non-toxic gas, at least one inflatable flotation air bag (7) with pressure-relief valve (9) and an openable covering (8, 10),
    characterized in that
    each module (6, 10) has a gas generator (16), a flotation air bag (7) and a covering (8, 11).
  2. Buoyancy aid according to Claim 1,
    characterized in that
    the gas generator (16) is located in a watertight interior space (31) formed by a base plate (12) and the flotation air bag (7).
  3. Buoyancy aid according to Claim 1,
    characterized in that
    the covering is a case (11) with a hinged lid or a case with a predetermined breaking point (15) or a plastic bag (8) that can be ripped open.
  4. Buoyancy aid according to Claim 1,
    characterized in that
    a waterproof bag (8) encases the flotation air bag (7).
  5. Buoyancy aid according to Claim 1 for use with submarines, U-boats,
    characterized in that
    the U-boat (1) has the modules (6, 10) in outward-opening stowage areas (4, 5).
  6. Buoyancy aid according to Claim 1 for use with submarines, U-boats,
    characterized in that
    at least one module (6, 10) is located in a ballast tank (20).
  7. Buoyancy aid according to Claim 1,
    characterized in that
    a ballast tank (20) has at least one module (6, 10) on its inner wall (28).
  8. Buoyancy aid according to Claim 1 for use with submarines, U-boats, with which a transport container is attached to both sides of these,
    characterized in that
    the transport container (42) contains at least one module (6, 10).
  9. Buoyancy aid according to Claim 1 for use with submarines, U-boats,
    characterized in that
    at least one module (6) is either secured to the outer skin (27) of the boat (1, 40) or is fixed to the outside of the boat (1, 40), for example by means of straps (41).
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