EP3919139B1 - Roping harness - Google Patents

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EP3919139B1
EP3919139B1 EP21175567.3A EP21175567A EP3919139B1 EP 3919139 B1 EP3919139 B1 EP 3919139B1 EP 21175567 A EP21175567 A EP 21175567A EP 3919139 B1 EP3919139 B1 EP 3919139B1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A62—LIFE-SAVING; FIRE-FIGHTING
    • A62B—DEVICES, APPARATUS OR METHODS FOR LIFE-SAVING
    • A62B35/00—Safety belts or body harnesses; Similar equipment for limiting displacement of the human body, especially in case of sudden changes of motion
    • A62B35/0006—Harnesses; Accessories therefor
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    • A62B35/0037—Attachments for lifelines and lanyards

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  • the invention relates to a harness comprising a connector configured to facilitate the simultaneous attachment and use of several rope progression and/or safety accessories.
  • a climber may be required to use a descender, a lanyard or a rope ascender, using one or the other device successively. This can happen, for example, if the climber has to climb back up a rope and then belay someone or abseil. A rope access technician or acrobatic worker may also be required to use these rope progression accessories as part of their professional activity.
  • the latter are therefore placed either on the harness bridge, or on a connector playing the same role as the bridge, the connector being attached to the ventral part of the belt via a strap connecting the pair of thigh loops to the belt.
  • the multiplication of devices mounted in the connector can, however, be annoying for the user, for example if the rope lock hinders the proper functioning of the descender, or vice versa.
  • Rope movements may be difficult because they are hindered by rope progression accessories that are not in use, and/or by carabiners or quick links that are used to attach these progression accessories.
  • An object of the invention consists of remedying these drawbacks, and providing a harness comprising a connector which allows easier use of rope progression accessories such as ascenders or descenders.
  • the closure element forms the entirety of the second ring so that the second ring is removable relative to the first ring.
  • the second ring is non-openable.
  • closure element and the second ring are formed by a single piece.
  • the closure element represents at least 120° and the second ring is formed at one end of the closure element and extends on less than a third of the angle formed by the closing element.
  • the closure element represents less than 90° and the second ring is formed in the center of the closure element.
  • the body is in the form of a hook with first and second opposite ends, the body connecting the pair of thigh loops and the belt, the closure element is installed between first and second ends of the body to close the hook.
  • the body defines at least a first through-hole and the closure member defines at least a second through-hole, the at least one fixing screw penetrating through the at least one first through-hole and the at least one second through-hole for securing the closing element with the body and close the first openable ring.
  • the body and the closing element form anti-rotation means configured to prevent the rotation of the closing element relative to the body around the at least one fixing screw.
  • the closure element and the first end and/or the second end of the body form a tongue/groove assembly forming the anti-rotation means.
  • the at least one fixing screw is supported on the first and second opposite ends of the body to press the first and second opposite ends of the body onto the closure element.
  • the closing element comprises a first shoulder coming into contact with an internal wall of the first part at the first end, the first shoulder being separated from the second ring by the fixing screw.
  • the body defines a hook having an opening whose separation distance varies to define a stop and in which the closing element comprises a first shoulder coming into contact of the stop so that the first shoulder and the stop oppose extraction of the closing element towards the outside of the first ring.
  • the harness comprises a harness intended for the seat of a user, the harness being fixed to the closing element by two fixing points arranged equidistant from the fixing screw.
  • the first ring is larger than the second ring.
  • a rope blocker and/or a lanyard are directly attached to the first ring.
  • the invention also relates to a method of mounting a connector on a harness which makes it possible to install a connector as close as possible to the center of gravity of a user to install a safety or belay device closer to the center severity of a user.
  • a harness 1 comprises a belt 2 and a pair of thigh loops 3 connected together by means of a connector 4 forming a ventral suspension point.
  • Harness 1 is a rope harness for mountaineering, mountain activities or work at height. Such an embodiment is illustrated in figure 1 .
  • the ventral suspension point makes it possible to make the mechanical connection between a mooring point on the one hand and the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 of the harness 1 on the other hand.
  • a ventral suspension point connected directly to the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 allows for better distribution of forces when the user is suspended in their harness.
  • the ventral suspension point is intended to be facing the user's abdomen and to comply with all regulations relating to a ventral suspension point.
  • the harness may optionally include shoulder straps, but it may also be without shoulder straps. It can be combined with removable straps or it can be combined with non-removable straps.
  • the straps are attached directly to the belt 2 and in other embodiments, the straps are attached indirectly to the belt 2, that is to say the mechanical connection between the straps and the belt 2 is made by means of an intermediate element.
  • the harness may be devoid of means for opening/closing the belt 2. If the harness includes means for opening/closing the belt 2, for example with metal buckles or snap-fit systems , the ventral suspension point is preferably distinct from the opening/closing means of the belt 2.
  • the harness has a belt buckle and a leg loop buckle which are both non-openable.
  • the harness 1 comprises a connector 4 which defines a first ring 20 and a second ring 30 distinct from the first ring 20.
  • the two rings define two holes separated by material.
  • the first ring 20 is mounted fixed relative to the second ring 30, to avoid the configuration of two links of a chain.
  • the first ring 20 and the second ring 30 each define a closed contour.
  • the first ring 20 is mounted perpendicular to the second ring 30.
  • the first ring 20 and the second ring 30 respectively have a first median longitudinal plane and a second median longitudinal plane, the first median longitudinal plane being perpendicular to the second median longitudinal plane.
  • the first ring 20 connects the belt 2 with the thigh loops which allows it to pivot along an axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the belt 2 in order to be able to adapt the position of the second ring 30 compared to belt 2 and therefore better follow the user's position.
  • the progression or safety device mounted in the second ring 6 can move relative to the median sagittal plane of the user according to his position in space without being hindered by the position of the first ring 20.
  • the two rings being fixedly mounted relative to each other, the efforts are better transmitted between the progression or safety device and the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3.
  • the first ring 20 defines a first hole which has a circular or substantially circular section.
  • the distance from the circular section is preferentially located in the extension of the second ring 30 because this configuration less hinders the rotation of the first ring 20 against the belt 2 and the point of connection to the thigh loops 3.
  • the second ring 30 defines a second hole having a circular or substantially circular section to facilitate the movement of the progression or safety device under load.
  • the connector 4 has a body 5 also called the first part which cooperates at least with a closing element 6 also called spacer to form the first ring 20.
  • the first ring 20 is an openable ring formed by at least two movable or removable mounted parts l 'one in relation to the other.
  • the first ring is formed at least in part by the body 5 and the closing element 6. It is preferable that the second ring 30 is formed solely by the closing element and preferably without participation of the body 5.
  • the first part 5 is an openable part with first and second opposite ends 5a.
  • the first part 5 connects the pair of thigh loops 3 and the belt 2.
  • the first part 5 is advantageously a monolithic part, that is to say unique.
  • the first part 5 defines a first ring 20 whose internal zone has a circular section to facilitate its rotation relative to the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 when the user is suspended by the ventral suspension point.
  • the spacer 6 is installed between the first and second ends 5a of the first part 5 to close the ring 20.
  • the spacer 6 and the first part 5 together define the first ring 20.
  • the first part 5 defines a hook which is closed by the closing element 6 to delimit the main hole in the first ring 20.
  • the first and second ends 5a of the first part 5 delimit the opening of the hook which authorizes the insertion or extraction of an anchoring element in the first ring 1, for example a lanyard or a rope blocker or any other non-openable element.
  • the opening of the hook also allows the installation of the first ring 20 in the loops of the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3.
  • the securing element is arranged as close as possible to the belt 2 and the pair of thigh loops 3 and in particular close to the user's center of gravity.
  • the first ring 20 provides the mechanical connection between the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 to facilitate a transfer of weight between the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 when the user is suspended.
  • the spacer 6 is formed to be removable relative to the first part 5 so as to open or close the first ring 20. When the first ring 20 is open, it is possible to introduce an anchoring element into the first ring 20 or to remove the latter from the first ring 20.
  • the closing element 6 is mounted removable relative to the body 5 so as to open or close the first ring 20.
  • the closing element 6 is mounted removable relative to the body 5 so as to open or close the first ring 20.
  • the spacer 6 has a body which is shaped to define a second ring 30.
  • the spacer 6 is held fixedly to the first part 5 by means of a fixing screw 7.
  • the body of the spacer 6 defines a through hole 8 and the fixing screw 7 passes through the through hole 8 to maintain the mechanical connection between the spacer 6 and the first part 5.
  • the spacer 6 can be fixed to the body 5 by means of one or two fixing screws 7.
  • the fixing screw 7 inserts into a first through hole of the body 5, passes through the through hole of the closing element 6 to cooperate with another first hole of the body 5 passing through or not. It is advantageous that at least one of the through holes of the body 5 is threaded to cooperate with the thread of the fixing screw 7. It is also preferable that the through hole of the fastener is not threaded.
  • the fixing screw 7 rests on the two opposite ends 5a of the hook to maintain the mechanical connection between the body 5 and the closing element 6.
  • the fixing screw 7 connects the two ends 5a of the hook and applies under compressive stress on the closing element 6 to prevent the screw 7 from being stressed in bending when the user is suspended in his harness.
  • the fixing screw 7 holds the two ends 5a of the body 5 in position relative to each other so that, under tension, the body 5 does not deform.
  • the second ring 30 defined in the spacer 6 is distinct from the first ring 20 defined in the first part 5.
  • the figures illustrate an embodiment which uses a fixing screw 7, but the latter can be replaced by a fixing rod making the same function, for example a rod cooperating with a clip or a pin to ensure that the spacer 6 remains fixed to the first part 5 during its use.
  • This configuration is advantageous because it makes it possible to produce a first ring 5 which better resists the forces applied and in particular the shocks which may appear during a fall compared to a carabiner type configuration.
  • the best mechanical strength of a carabiner is generally obtained along its long axis, which requires it to work in this particular direction. The user must therefore be vigilant to ensure that the carabiner does not tip into an unsuitable position. It is also important that the finger of the carabiner does not open unexpectedly, which requires the use of a finger with a locking system, for example a screw. It appears that the carabiner is bulky and that the finger locking system complicates rotation under load.
  • the proposed configuration makes it possible to produce a compact and resistant connector 4 which makes it possible to have a pivot axis of the second ring 6 close to the user's center of gravity, that is to say close to the abdomen.
  • the first ring 5 can be opened to position the pivot axis as close as possible to the user's center of gravity.
  • the fixing screw 7 passes through at least part of the first part 5 and through the through hole 8 to fix the spacer 6 with the first part 5 and close the first openable ring 20.
  • the first part 5 defines an orifice 9 in one of the ends 5a to facilitate the fixing of the spacer 6 with the first part 5.
  • the fixing screw 7 connects the two ends of the hook to better distribute the forces during suspension of the user.
  • the fixing screw 7 holds the two ends 5a of the first part 5 in position relative to each other so that, under tension, the first part 5 does not deform.
  • the hole defined by the first ring 20 is separated from the hole defined by the second ring 30 by the fixing screw 7.
  • the connector 4 defines a first ring 20 and a second ring 30 which is distinct from the first ring 20.
  • the first ring 20 and the second ring 30 each define a closed contour.
  • the two rings are mounted stationary relative to each other, preferably when the spacer 6 is mounted between the two ends of the hook. A force applied to one of the rings is better transmitted to the other ring, which facilitates the handling of the connector 4 compared to a first ring associated with a type “8” descender. It is also advantageous that the two rings are mounted removable in relation to each other only by means of the fixing screw(s) 7.
  • the connector 4 it is advantageous for the connector 4 to have means for anti-rotation of the first ring 20 relative to the second ring 30 and, more generally, means for anti-rotation of the first part 5 relative to the spacer. 6. It is interesting to provide that the connector 4 includes anti-rotation means which prevent the rotation of the spacer 6 around the fixing screw 7. It is also advantageous that the two rings 20 and 30 are mounted in one piece one in relation to the other once connector 4 is mounted.
  • first end 5a and/or the second end 5a of the hook cooperate with the spacer 6 in the form of a tongue/groove assembly.
  • the tongue/groove assembly prevents rotation of the spacer 6 relative to the first part 5.
  • the first end 5a of the hook forms a projecting tongue and the spacer 6 defines one or two grooves cooperating with the tongue of the first end 5a to define a direction of insertion or extraction of the spacer 6 between the first and second ends 5a.
  • one face of the upper end 5a forms a flat surface which rests on a flat edge of the groove defined in the spacer.
  • first end 5a and the second end 5a and/or the two opposite faces of the spacer 6 are advantageous for the first end 5a and the second end 5a and/or the two opposite faces of the spacer 6 to have different shapes in order to allow the insertion of the spacer 6 between the two ends 5a of the hook in a single configuration or only a few configurations and prohibit other types of assembly.
  • the insertion of the spacer 6 into the opening of the hook is done by translation and once installed, rotation relative to the first part 5 is impossible, except for assembly clearance.
  • the fixing screw 7 It is particularly advantageous for the fixing screw 7 to bear simultaneously on the first and second opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 to press the first and second opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 onto the spacer 6.
  • the fixing screw 7 brings the two opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 together and applies a force to the spacer 6. In this configuration, the forces applied to the spacer 6 are better transferred to the first part 5 so that the fixing screw 7 works less in shear or does not work in shear.
  • the spacer 6 comprises a first shoulder 10 which comes into contact with the side walls of the hook and in particular at the level of the first end 5a.
  • the first shoulder 10 moves slightly to come into contact with the side wall of the hook.
  • This arrangement makes it possible to limit the shear stresses applied to the fixing screw 7.
  • the spacer 6 comprises a second shoulder 10 coming into contact with an internal wall of the first part 5 at the level of the second end 5a.
  • the first and second shoulders 10 project from two opposite faces of the spacer 6. The two shoulders 10 make it possible to better manage the transmission of force between the spacer 4 and the first part 5.
  • a fixing screw 7 or any other fixing means which allows the application of a force aimed at bringing the two ends 5a of the hook together.
  • the spacer 6 is placed under stress and the fixing screw 7 works along its longitudinal axis which has the effect of reducing the value of the shear forces applied during suspension.
  • the fixing screw 7 is supported on the first and second opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 to press the first and second opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 onto the spacer 6.
  • first ring 20 is larger than the second ring 30.
  • largest dimension perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the fixing screw 7 is less than the dimension of the first ring 20 perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the fixing screw 7 which allows, if necessary, the rotation of the spacer 6 around the fixing screw 7 while passing through the first ring 20.
  • the body 5 is formed from steel or an aluminum alloy. It is also advantageous for the closure element 6 to be formed from steel or an aluminum alloy.
  • the body 5 is preferably fixed to the harness 1 on textile elements.
  • the closure element 6 represents more than 90° and preferably more than 120° and the second ring 30 is formed at one end of the closure element 6 and it extends over less than a third of the angle formed by the closing element 6.
  • the closing element 6 represents an arc of a circle more than a quarter of the ring at 120° .
  • the closing element 6 represents less than 90° and the second ring 30 is formed in the center of the closing element 6.
  • the spacer 6 and the first part 5 form two rings arranged perpendicular to each other. This configuration makes it possible to dissociate the movements of connector 4 according to the forces applied.
  • THE figures 8 And 9 illustrate another embodiment of a connector 4 in which the insertion of the spacer 6 in the first part 5 is carried out in a direction different from the direction of insertion illustrated in Figure 3 .
  • the spacer 6 is introduced in a direction which corresponds or corresponds substantially to a radius of the ring which passes through the opening.
  • the shoulder 10 can be arranged so that insertion is carried out only from the inside of the ring towards the opening of the hook.
  • the insertion of the spacer 6 into the opening is carried out perpendicular to the transverse median plane of the hook.
  • anti-rotation means of the spacer 6 can be used relative to the first part 5 around the fixing screw 7.
  • the anti-rotation assembly can be formed by a tongue-groove association and/or by flats arranged on the side walls of the spacer 6 and the first part 5. It is also advantageous to form a repeating assembly in which the first part 5 takes up the forces applied to the spacer 6 to separate it from the first part in the direction corresponding to a radius passing through the opening.
  • the force recovery can be obtained by a tongue-groove assembly extending perpendicular to the transverse median plane and defining the direction of insertion of the spacer 6.
  • the opening of the hook defined by the first part 5 is much larger than in the previous embodiments so that two fixing screws are necessary or an anchor point and a fixing screw.
  • the spacer 6 completely defines the second ring and it delimits a larger part of the first ring.
  • two fixing screws are introduced in a direction included in the transverse median plane, but it is also possible to provide that the first part and the spacer 6 partially overlap so as to authorize the fixing of these two parts by a fixing screw perpendicular to the transverse median plane.
  • the body 5 and the closing element 6 represent substantially half of the first ring 20.
  • the first interface between the body 5 and the closing element 6 is defined by the mark 5b.
  • the other interface corresponds to contact with the second diametrically opposite ring.
  • the two arrows represent the two directions of insertion of the two fixing screws.
  • the first part 5 is not in one piece and is formed by two elements fixed to one another by a fixing screw to define the hook shape closed by the spacer 6.
  • the fixing screw fixing 7 passing through the inside of the hook to fix the spacer 6 to the first part 5.
  • the first part can be formed by more than two elements.
  • the harness 1 comprises a harness 11 as well as attachment elements 12 allowing the harness 11 to be attached to the spacer 6.
  • the spacer 6 comprises two fixing points 13 advantageously arranged equidistant from the first ring and preferably equidistant of the fixing screw 7.
  • the first ring 5 rotates to adapt its position to the user's suspension efforts.
  • the movement of the weight always applies to the spacer and causes the rotation of the first ring 5 relative to the belt 2 and the two thigh loops 3.
  • the movement weight is better managed by the user.
  • the two attachment points of the spacer 6 with the saddle 11 or the attachment elements 12 of the saddle 11 are separated from the main through hole.
  • Two through holes 13 are formed in the spacer 6 between the two main holes of the first part 5 and the spacer 6.
  • Two opposite ends of the saddle are fixed to the two through holes 13.
  • the hooks 12 are carabiners which allow easy installation and disassembly of the harness in relation to the connector.
  • the saddle 11 is also advantageous for the saddle 11 to be fixed to the spacer 6 by two intermediate connectors 14 which are distinct from the first part 5 and which are mounted movable relative to the first part 5.
  • the two intermediate connectors 14 are for example shackles.
  • the two intermediate connectors are movable independently of each other and they are movable relative to the spacer 6 and relative to the first part 5.
  • the two intermediate connectors can pass through two through holes 6a of the spacer arranged equidistant from the first ring, for example from the fixing screw 7.
  • the user is suspended by means of a rope 15 fixed higher up.
  • the rope 15 passes through the second ring 30.
  • the first ring 20 moves to the right or to the left and/or it pivots to the right side or to the left side to follow the user position.
  • the first ring can also pivot to point towards the user's head or feet.
  • the belt 2 and the pair of thigh loops 3 are also connected by a ring 16 made of textile element.
  • a ring 16 made of textile element ensures the mechanical connection when the connector 4 is dismantled.
  • the harness 1 comprises a lanyard 17 and/or a rope blocker 18 and/or are directly fixed to the first ring 20.
  • the rope blocker 18 has a first end fixed to the first ring 20. The other end of the rope blocker 18 is fixed to the user's shoulders, for example by shoulder straps or a strap 19.
  • the rope blocker 18 comprises a means of blocking a rope, for example a cam which allows the rope to move in only one direction. The cam can be unlocked by means of a trigger 21.
  • the installation of the connector 4 on the harness 1 is carried out by opening the first ring 20 and introducing the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 into the first ring 20.
  • the first ring 20 is closed.
  • the first ring can be opened again to insert a lanyard or rope blocker.
  • a rope is mounted in the second ring, preferably directly, to allow the user to suspend himself in his harness by means of the rope. The user is then kept in suspension by means of the rope attached to the spacer.

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Domaine techniqueTechnical area

L'invention est relative à un harnais comportant un connecteur configuré pour faciliter l'attache simultanée et l'utilisation de plusieurs accessoires de progression sur corde et/ou de sécurité.The invention relates to a harness comprising a connector configured to facilitate the simultaneous attachment and use of several rope progression and/or safety accessories.

Technique antérieurePrior art

Au cours d'une session d'escalade, un grimpeur peut être amené à utiliser un descendeur, une longe ou un bloqueur de corde, en utilisant successivement l'un et l'autre des dispositifs. Cela peut arriver par exemple si le grimpeur doit remonter le long d'une corde, puis assurer quelqu'un ou faire un rappel. Un cordiste ou travailleur acrobatique peut également être amené à utiliser ces accessoires de progression sur corde dans le cadre de son activité professionnelle.During a climbing session, a climber may be required to use a descender, a lanyard or a rope ascender, using one or the other device successively. This can happen, for example, if the climber has to climb back up a rope and then belay someone or abseil. A rope access technician or acrobatic worker may also be required to use these rope progression accessories as part of their professional activity.

Pour pouvoir passer rapidement d'un accessoire de progression à l'autre, ces derniers sont donc placés soit sur le pontet du harnais, soit sur un connecteur jouant le même rôle que le pontet, le connecteur étant attaché à la partie ventrale de la ceinture via une sangle reliant la paire de tours de cuisse à la ceinture.To be able to quickly switch from one progression accessory to another, the latter are therefore placed either on the harness bridge, or on a connector playing the same role as the bridge, the connector being attached to the ventral part of the belt via a strap connecting the pair of thigh loops to the belt.

La multiplication des dispositifs montés dans le connecteur peut toutefois être gênante pour l'utilisateur, par exemple si le bloqueur de corde entrave le bon fonctionnement du descendeur, ou inversement. Les mouvements de la corde peuvent être difficiles parce qu'ils sont gênés par les accessoires de progression sur corde qui ne sont pas utilisés, et/ou par des mousquetons ou des maillons rapides qui servent à accrocher ces accessoires de progression.The multiplication of devices mounted in the connector can, however, be annoying for the user, for example if the rope lock hinders the proper functioning of the descender, or vice versa. Rope movements may be difficult because they are hindered by rope progression accessories that are not in use, and/or by carabiners or quick links that are used to attach these progression accessories.

Il est connu du document EP3466493 de former un harnais avec un connecteur qui relie la ceinture avec un tour de cuisse. Le connecteur est ouvrable avec une tige démontable qui est fixée par une vis.It is known from the document EP3466493 to form a harness with a connector that connects the belt with a thigh loop. The connector is openable with a removable rod which is fixed by a screw.

Objet de l'inventionObject of the invention

Un objet de l'invention consiste à remédier à ces inconvénients, et à prévoir un harnais comportant un connecteur qui permette une utilisation facilitée des accessoires de progression sur corde tel que des bloqueurs ou des descendeurs.An object of the invention consists of remedying these drawbacks, and providing a harness comprising a connector which allows easier use of rope progression accessories such as ascenders or descenders.

On tend à atteindre ce résultat au moyen d'un harnais selon les revendications annexées. Le harnais comportant une ceinture et une paire de tours de cuisse reliées par un connecteur formant un point de suspension ventral. Le harnais est remarquable en ce que

  • le connecteur définit un premier anneau et un deuxième anneau distincts l'un de l'autre, le premier anneau étant un anneau ouvrable et reliant la ceinture à la paire de tours de cuisse,
  • le premier anneau et le deuxième anneau sont montés fixes l'un sur l'autre,
  • le premier anneau et le deuxième anneau possèdent respectivement un premier plan longitudinal médian et un deuxième plan longitudinal médian, le premier plan longitudinal médian étant perpendiculaire au deuxième plan longitudinal médian, le connecteur comportant un corps et un élément de fermeture monté amovible par rapport au corps pour ouvrir et fermer le premier anneau, au moins une vis de fixation fixant l'élément de fermeture sur le corps.
We tend to achieve this result by means of a harness according to the appended claims. The harness comprising a belt and a pair of thigh loops connected by a connector forming a ventral suspension point. The harness is notable in that
  • the connector defines a first ring and a second ring distinct from each other, the first ring being an openable ring and connecting the belt to the pair of thigh loops,
  • the first ring and the second ring are fixedly mounted on top of each other,
  • the first ring and the second ring respectively have a first median longitudinal plane and a second median longitudinal plane, the first median longitudinal plane being perpendicular to the second median longitudinal plane, the connector comprising a body and a closure element mounted removable relative to the body to open and close the first ring, at least one fixing screw fixing the closing element to the body.

Dans un développement, l'élément de fermeture forme l'intégralité du deuxième anneau de sorte que le deuxième anneau soit amovible par rapport au premier anneau.In one development, the closure element forms the entirety of the second ring so that the second ring is removable relative to the first ring.

Préférentiellement, le deuxième anneau est non-ouvrable.Preferably, the second ring is non-openable.

Dans une configuration particulière, l'élément de fermeture et le deuxième anneau sont formés par une seule pièce.In a particular configuration, the closure element and the second ring are formed by a single piece.

De manière avantageuse, l'élément de fermeture représente au moins 120° et le deuxième anneau est formé à une extrémité de l'élément de fermeture et s'étend sur moins d'un tiers de l'angle formé par l'élément de fermeture. Dans une autre variante de réalisation, l'élément de fermeture représente moins de 90° et le deuxième anneau est formé au centre de l'élément de fermeture.Advantageously, the closure element represents at least 120° and the second ring is formed at one end of the closure element and extends on less than a third of the angle formed by the closing element. In another alternative embodiment, the closure element represents less than 90° and the second ring is formed in the center of the closure element.

Avantageusement, le corps est sous la forme d'un crochet avec des première et seconde extrémités opposées, le corps reliant la paire de tours de cuisse et la ceinture, l'élément de fermeture est installé entre des première et seconde extrémités du corps pour fermer le crochet. Le corps définit au moins un premier trou traversant et l'élément de fermeture définit au moins un second trou traversant, la au moins une vis de fixation pénétrant à travers le au moins un premier trou traversant et le au moins un second trou traversant pour fixer l'élément de fermeture avec le corps et fermer le premier anneau ouvrable.Advantageously, the body is in the form of a hook with first and second opposite ends, the body connecting the pair of thigh loops and the belt, the closure element is installed between first and second ends of the body to close the hook. The body defines at least a first through-hole and the closure member defines at least a second through-hole, the at least one fixing screw penetrating through the at least one first through-hole and the at least one second through-hole for securing the closing element with the body and close the first openable ring.

Dans une configuration préférentielle, le corps et l'élément de fermeture forment des moyens d'anti-rotation configurés pour interdire la rotation de l'élément de fermeture par rapport au corps autour de la au moins une vis de fixation. Avantageusement, l'élément de fermeture et la première extrémité et/ou la deuxième extrémité du corps forment un assemblage languette/rainure formant les moyens d'anti-rotation.In a preferred configuration, the body and the closing element form anti-rotation means configured to prevent the rotation of the closing element relative to the body around the at least one fixing screw. Advantageously, the closure element and the first end and/or the second end of the body form a tongue/groove assembly forming the anti-rotation means.

Dans un autre développement, la au moins une vis de fixation prend appui sur les première et seconde extrémités opposées du corps pour plaquer les première et seconde extrémités opposées du corps sur l'élément de fermeture.In another development, the at least one fixing screw is supported on the first and second opposite ends of the body to press the first and second opposite ends of the body onto the closure element.

Dans une configuration avantageuse, l'élément de fermeture comporte un premier épaulement venant en contact d'une paroi interne de la première pièce au niveau de la première extrémité, le premier épaulement étant séparé du second anneau par la vis de fixation.In an advantageous configuration, the closing element comprises a first shoulder coming into contact with an internal wall of the first part at the first end, the first shoulder being separated from the second ring by the fixing screw.

Dans un mode de réalisation particulier, le corps définit un crochet ayant une ouverture dont la distance de séparation varie pour définir une butée et dans lequel l'élément de fermeture comporte un premier épaulement venant en contact de la butée de sorte que le premier épaulement et la butée s'oppose à une extraction de l'élément de fermeture vers l'extérieur du premier anneau.In a particular embodiment, the body defines a hook having an opening whose separation distance varies to define a stop and in which the closing element comprises a first shoulder coming into contact of the stop so that the first shoulder and the stop oppose extraction of the closing element towards the outside of the first ring.

Dans un autre mode de réalisation préférentiel, le harnais comprend une sellette destinée à l'assise d'un utilisateur, la sellette étant fixée à l'élément de fermeture par deux points de fixation disposés à équidistance de la vis de fixation.In another preferred embodiment, the harness comprises a harness intended for the seat of a user, the harness being fixed to the closing element by two fixing points arranged equidistant from the fixing screw.

Avantageusement, le premier anneau est plus grand que le deuxième anneau.Advantageously, the first ring is larger than the second ring.

Dans une configuration préférentielle, un bloqueur de corde et/ou une longe sont directement fixés au premier anneau.In a preferred configuration, a rope blocker and/or a lanyard are directly attached to the first ring.

L'invention a également pour objet un procédé de montage d'un connecteur sur un harnais qui permet d'installer un connecteur au plus près du centre de gravité d'un utilisateur pour installer un dispositif de sécurité ou d'assurage plus près du centre de gravité d'un utilisateur.The invention also relates to a method of mounting a connector on a harness which makes it possible to install a connector as close as possible to the center of gravity of a user to install a safety or belay device closer to the center severity of a user.

Le procédé de montage d'un connecteur sur un harnais comporte les étapes suivantes :

  • la fourniture d'un harnais selon l'un des configurations précédentes,
  • ouvrir le premier anneau, le corps reliant la ceinture avec la paire de tours de cuisse,
  • connecter un bloqueur de corde ou une longe dans le premier anneau,
  • fermer le premier anneau.
The process of mounting a connector on a harness involves the following steps:
  • the supply of a harness according to one of the previous configurations,
  • open the first ring, the body connecting the belt with the pair of thigh loops,
  • connect a rope blocker or a lanyard in the first ring,
  • close the first ring.

Description sommaire des dessinsSummary description of the drawings

D'autres avantages et caractéristiques ressortiront plus clairement de la description qui va suivre de modes particuliers de réalisation et de mise en oeuvre de l'invention donnés à titre d'exemples non limitatifs et représentés aux dessins annexés, dans lesquels :

  • la figure 1 illustre de façon schématique un mode de réalisation d'un harnais selon l'invention, un connecteur étant monté sur la ceinture et sur la paire de tour de cuisse ;
  • la figure 2 illustre, de manière schématique, en vue de côté, un connecteur monté
  • la figure 3 illustre, de manière schématique, en perspective, un connecteur démonté avec l'élément de fermeture face à l'ouverture du crochet ;
  • la figure 4 illustre, de manière schématique, en perspective, le connecteur de la figure 3 dans sa configuration montée ;
  • la figure 5 illustre, de manière schématique, en vue de dessous, le connecteur dans sa configuration montée ;
  • la figure 6 illustre, de manière schématique, en coupe selon le plan longitudinal médian AA de la figure 5, le connecteur dans sa configuration montée ;
  • la figure 7 illustre de manière schématique, la portion de l'élément de fermeture destiné à être inséré entre les deux extrémités du crochet ;
  • la figure 8 illustre de manière schématique, en perspective, un autre mode de réalisation d'un connecteur démonté avec l'élément de fermeture face à l'ouverture du crochet ;
  • la figure 9 illustre, de manière schématique, en coupe selon le plan longitudinal médian du premier anneau, le connecteur de la figure 8 dans sa configuration montée ;
  • la figure 10 illustre de manière schématique, en vue de côté, encore une autre configuration de connecteur monté ;
  • la figure 11 illustre de manière schématique, un harnais avec le connecteur fixé à la ceinture et aux tours de cuisse et une longe fixée dans le connecteur ;
  • la figure 12 illustre de manière schématique, un harnais avec le connecteur fixé à la ceinture et aux tours de cuisse et un bloqueur de corde fixé dans le connecteur.
Other advantages and characteristics will emerge more clearly from the following description of particular embodiments and implementation of the invention given by way of non-limiting examples and represented in the appended drawings, in which:
  • there figure 1 schematically illustrates an embodiment of a harness according to the invention, a connector being mounted on the belt and on the pair of thigh loops;
  • there figure 2 illustrates, schematically, in side view, a connector mounted
  • there Figure 3 illustrates, schematically, in perspective, a disassembled connector with the closure element facing the opening of the hook;
  • there Figure 4 illustrates, schematically, in perspective, the connector of the Figure 3 in its mounted configuration;
  • there figure 5 illustrates, schematically, in bottom view, the connector in its mounted configuration;
  • there Figure 6 illustrates, schematically, in section along the median longitudinal plane AA of the figure 5 , the connector in its mounted configuration;
  • there Figure 7 schematically illustrates the portion of the closure element intended to be inserted between the two ends of the hook;
  • there figure 8 schematically illustrates, in perspective, another embodiment of a disassembled connector with the closure element facing the opening of the hook;
  • there Figure 9 illustrates, schematically, in section along the median longitudinal plane of the first ring, the connector of the figure 8 in its mounted configuration;
  • there Figure 10 schematically illustrates, in side view, yet another mounted connector configuration;
  • there Figure 11 schematically illustrates a harness with the connector attached to the belt and thigh loops and a lanyard fixed in the connector;
  • there Figure 12 schematically illustrates a harness with the connector fixed to the belt and thigh loops and a rope blocker fixed in the connector.

Description détailléedetailed description

Un harnais 1 selon l'invention comporte une ceinture 2 et une paire de tours de cuisse 3 connectées ensemble au moyen d'un connecteur 4 formant un point de suspension ventral. Le harnais 1 est un harnais d'encordement pour la pratique de l'alpinisme, des activités de montagne ou des travaux en hauteur. Un tel mode de réalisation est illustré à la figure 1. Lorsque l'utilisateur est suspendu dans le harnais 1, le point de suspension ventral permet de faire la connexion mécanique entre un point d'amarrage d'une part et la ceinture 2 et les tours de cuisse 3 du harnais 1 d'autre part. Un point de suspension ventral connecté directement à la ceinture 2 et aux tours de cuisse 3 permet une meilleure répartition des efforts, lorsque l'utilisateur est suspendu dans son harnais. Le point de suspension ventral est destiné à se trouver en vis-à-vis de l'abdomen de l'utilisateur et à respecter toutes les règlementations relatives à un point de suspension ventral.A harness 1 according to the invention comprises a belt 2 and a pair of thigh loops 3 connected together by means of a connector 4 forming a ventral suspension point. Harness 1 is a rope harness for mountaineering, mountain activities or work at height. Such an embodiment is illustrated in figure 1 . When the user is suspended in the harness 1, the ventral suspension point makes it possible to make the mechanical connection between a mooring point on the one hand and the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 of the harness 1 on the other hand. A ventral suspension point connected directly to the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 allows for better distribution of forces when the user is suspended in their harness. The ventral suspension point is intended to be facing the user's abdomen and to comply with all regulations relating to a ventral suspension point.

Le harnais peut éventuellement comprendre des bretelles, mais il peut également être dépourvu de bretelles. Il peut être associé à des bretelles amovibles ou il peut être associé à des bretelles inamovibles. Dans certains modes de réalisation, les bretelles sont fixées directement à la ceinture 2 et dans d'autres modes de réalisation, les bretelles sont fixées indirectement à la ceinture 2, c'est-à-dire que la connexion mécanique entre les bretelles et la ceinture 2 est réalisée au moyen d'un élément intermédiaire.The harness may optionally include shoulder straps, but it may also be without shoulder straps. It can be combined with removable straps or it can be combined with non-removable straps. In some embodiments, the straps are attached directly to the belt 2 and in other embodiments, the straps are attached indirectly to the belt 2, that is to say the mechanical connection between the straps and the belt 2 is made by means of an intermediate element.

Dans un mode de réalisation, le harnais peut être dépourvu de moyens d'ouverture/fermeture de la ceinture 2. Si le harnais comporte des moyens d'ouverture/fermeture de la ceinture 2, par exemple avec des boucles métalliques ou des systèmes par encliquetage, le point de suspension ventral est préférentiellement distinct des moyens d'ouverture/fermeture de la ceinture 2.In one embodiment, the harness may be devoid of means for opening/closing the belt 2. If the harness includes means for opening/closing the belt 2, for example with metal buckles or snap-fit systems , the ventral suspension point is preferably distinct from the opening/closing means of the belt 2.

De manière avantageuse, dans le mode de réalisation de la figure 1, le harnais possède une boucle de ceinture et une boucle de tours de cuisse qui sont toutes les deux non ouvrables.Advantageously, in the embodiment of the figure 1 , the harness has a belt buckle and a leg loop buckle which are both non-openable.

Le harnais 1 comprend un connecteur 4 qui définit un premier anneau 20 et un deuxième anneau 30 distinct du premier anneau 20. Les deux anneaux définissent deux trous séparés par de la matière. Le premier anneau 20 est monté fixe par rapport aux deuxième anneau 30, pour éviter la configuration de deux maillons d'une chaine. Le premier anneau 20 et le deuxième anneau 30 définissent chacun un contour fermé.The harness 1 comprises a connector 4 which defines a first ring 20 and a second ring 30 distinct from the first ring 20. The two rings define two holes separated by material. The first ring 20 is mounted fixed relative to the second ring 30, to avoid the configuration of two links of a chain. The first ring 20 and the second ring 30 each define a closed contour.

Le premier anneau 20 est monté perpendiculaire au deuxième anneau 30. En d'autres termes, le premier anneau 20 et le deuxième anneau 30 possèdent respectivement un premier plan longitudinal médian et un deuxième plan longitudinal médian, le premier plan longitudinal médian étant perpendiculaire au deuxième plan longitudinal médian.The first ring 20 is mounted perpendicular to the second ring 30. In other words, the first ring 20 and the second ring 30 respectively have a first median longitudinal plane and a second median longitudinal plane, the first median longitudinal plane being perpendicular to the second median longitudinal plane.

Lorsque l'utilisateur est suspendu, le premier anneau 20 relie la ceinture 2 avec les tours de cuisse ce qui lui permet de pivoter selon un axe sensiblement parallèle à l'axe longitudinal de la ceinture 2 afin de pouvoir adapter la position du deuxième anneau 30 par rapport à la ceinture 2 et donc mieux suivre la position de l'utilisateur. Le dispositif de progression ou de sécurité monté dans le deuxième anneau 6 peut se déplacer par rapport au plan sagittal médian de l'utilisateur selon sa position dans l'espace sans être gêné par la position du premier anneau 20. Les deux anneaux étant montés fixes l'un par rapport à l'autre, les efforts sont mieux transmis entre le dispositif de progression ou de sécurité et la ceinture 2 et les tours de cuisse 3.When the user is suspended, the first ring 20 connects the belt 2 with the thigh loops which allows it to pivot along an axis substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the belt 2 in order to be able to adapt the position of the second ring 30 compared to belt 2 and therefore better follow the user's position. The progression or safety device mounted in the second ring 6 can move relative to the median sagittal plane of the user according to his position in space without being hindered by the position of the first ring 20. The two rings being fixedly mounted relative to each other, the efforts are better transmitted between the progression or safety device and the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3.

De manière préférentielle, le premier anneau 20 définit un premier trou qui possède une section circulaire ou sensiblement circulaire. L'écart à la section circulaire se trouve préférentiellement dans le prolongement du deuxième anneau 30 car cette configuration gêne moins la rotation du premier anneau 20 contre la ceinture 2 et le point de connexion aux tours de cuisse 3. Il est également préférable que le deuxième anneau 30 définisse un deuxième trou ayant une section circulaire ou sensiblement circulaire pour faciliter le déplacement du dispositif de progression ou de sécurité sous charge.Preferably, the first ring 20 defines a first hole which has a circular or substantially circular section. The distance from the circular section is preferentially located in the extension of the second ring 30 because this configuration less hinders the rotation of the first ring 20 against the belt 2 and the point of connection to the thigh loops 3. It is also preferable that the second ring 30 defines a second hole having a circular or substantially circular section to facilitate the movement of the progression or safety device under load.

Le connecteur 4 possède un corps 5 également appelé première pièce qui coopère au moins avec un élément de fermeture 6 également appelé entretoise pour former le premier anneau 20. Le premier anneau 20 est un anneau ouvrable formé par au moins deux pièces montées mobile ou amovibles l'une par rapport à l'autre.The connector 4 has a body 5 also called the first part which cooperates at least with a closing element 6 also called spacer to form the first ring 20. The first ring 20 is an openable ring formed by at least two movable or removable mounted parts l 'one in relation to the other.

Le premier anneau est formé au moins en partie par le corps 5 et l'élément de fermeture 6. Il est préférable que le deuxième anneau 30 soit formé uniquement par l'élément de fermeture et préférentiellement sans participation du corps 5.The first ring is formed at least in part by the body 5 and the closing element 6. It is preferable that the second ring 30 is formed solely by the closing element and preferably without participation of the body 5.

La première pièce 5 est une pièce ouvrable avec des première et deuxième extrémités 5a opposées. La première pièce 5 relie la paire de tours de cuisse 3 et la ceinture 2. La première pièce 5 est avantageusement une pièce monolithique c'est-à-dire unique. De manière préférentielle, la première pièce 5 définit un premier anneau 20 dont la zone interne est à section circulaire pour faciliter sa rotation par rapport à la ceinture 2 et aux tours de cuisse 3 lorsque l'utilisateur est suspendu par le point de suspension ventral.The first part 5 is an openable part with first and second opposite ends 5a. The first part 5 connects the pair of thigh loops 3 and the belt 2. The first part 5 is advantageously a monolithic part, that is to say unique. Preferably, the first part 5 defines a first ring 20 whose internal zone has a circular section to facilitate its rotation relative to the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 when the user is suspended by the ventral suspension point.

L'entretoise 6 est installée entre les première et seconde extrémités 5a de la première pièce 5 pour fermer l'anneau 20. L'entretoise 6 et la première pièce 5 définissent ensemble le premier anneau 20.The spacer 6 is installed between the first and second ends 5a of the first part 5 to close the ring 20. The spacer 6 and the first part 5 together define the first ring 20.

Dans la configuration illustrée aux figures 2 à 9, la première pièce 5 définit un crochet qui est fermée par l'élément de fermeture 6 pour délimiter le trou principal dans le premier anneau 20. Les première et seconde extrémités 5a de la première pièce 5 délimitent l'ouverture du crochet qui autorise l'insertion ou l'extraction d'un élément d'assurage dans le premier anneau 1, par exemple une longe ou un bloqueur de corde ou tout autre élément non ouvrable. L'ouverture du crochet permet également l'installation du premier anneau 20 dans les boucles de la ceinture 2 et des tours de cuisse 3. De cette manière, l'élément d'assurage est disposé au plus près de la ceinture 2 et de la paire de tours de cuisse 3 et notamment à proximité du centre de gravité de l'utilisateur.In the configuration illustrated in figures 2 to 9 , the first part 5 defines a hook which is closed by the closing element 6 to delimit the main hole in the first ring 20. The first and second ends 5a of the first part 5 delimit the opening of the hook which authorizes the insertion or extraction of an anchoring element in the first ring 1, for example a lanyard or a rope blocker or any other non-openable element. The opening of the hook also allows the installation of the first ring 20 in the loops of the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3. In this way, the securing element is arranged as close as possible to the belt 2 and the pair of thigh loops 3 and in particular close to the user's center of gravity.

Le premier anneau 20 assure la connexion mécanique entre la ceinture 2 et les tours de cuisse 3 pour faciliter un transfert de poids entre la ceinture 2 et les tours de cuisse 3 lorsque l'utilisateur est en suspension. L'entretoise 6 est formée démontable par rapport à la première pièce 5 de manière à ouvrir ou fermer le premier anneau 20. Lorsque le premier anneau 20 est ouvert, il est possible d'introduire un élément d'assurage dans le premier anneau 20 ou de retirer ce dernier hors du premier anneau 20.The first ring 20 provides the mechanical connection between the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 to facilitate a transfer of weight between the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 when the user is suspended. The spacer 6 is formed to be removable relative to the first part 5 so as to open or close the first ring 20. When the first ring 20 is open, it is possible to introduce an anchoring element into the first ring 20 or to remove the latter from the first ring 20.

L'élément de fermeture 6 est monté démontable par rapport au corps 5 de manière à ouvrir ou fermer le premier anneau 20. Lorsque le premier anneau 20 est ouvert, il est possible d'introduire un élément d'assurage dans le premier anneau ou de retirer ce dernier hors du premier anneau 20. Ces opérations sont impossibles lorsque le premier anneau 20 est fermé.The closing element 6 is mounted removable relative to the body 5 so as to open or close the first ring 20. When the first ring 20 is open, it is possible to introduce a securing element into the first ring or to remove the latter from the first ring 20. These operations are impossible when the first ring 20 is closed.

L'entretoise 6 possède un corps qui est conformé pour définir un second anneau 30. L'entretoise 6 est maintenue fixement à la première pièce 5 au moyen d'une vis de fixation 7. Le corps de l'entretoise 6 définit un trou traversant 8 et la vis de fixation 7 passe à travers le trou traversant 8 pour maintenir la connexion mécanique entre l'entretoise 6 et la première pièce 5. Selon les configurations, l'entretoise 6 peut être fixé au corps 5 au moyen d'une ou de deux vis de fixation 7.The spacer 6 has a body which is shaped to define a second ring 30. The spacer 6 is held fixedly to the first part 5 by means of a fixing screw 7. The body of the spacer 6 defines a through hole 8 and the fixing screw 7 passes through the through hole 8 to maintain the mechanical connection between the spacer 6 and the first part 5. Depending on the configurations, the spacer 6 can be fixed to the body 5 by means of one or two fixing screws 7.

Lorsqu'une seule vis de fixation 7 est utilisée, il est avantageux que la vis de fixation 7 s'insère dans un premier trou traversant du corps 5, passe au travers du trou traversant de l'élément de fermeture 6 pour coopérer avec un autre premier trou du corps 5 traversant ou non. Il est avantageux qu'au moins un des trous traversants du corps 5 soit fileté pour coopérer avec le filetage de la vis de fixation 7. Il est également préférable que le trou traversant de l'élément de fixation ne soit pas fileté.When a single fixing screw 7 is used, it is advantageous that the fixing screw 7 inserts into a first through hole of the body 5, passes through the through hole of the closing element 6 to cooperate with another first hole of the body 5 passing through or not. It is advantageous that at least one of the through holes of the body 5 is threaded to cooperate with the thread of the fixing screw 7. It is also preferable that the through hole of the fastener is not threaded.

La vis de fixation 7 prend appui sur les deux extrémités 5a opposées du crochet pour maintenir la connexion mécanique entre le corps 5 et l'élément de fermeture 6. De manière préférentielle, la vis de fixation 7 relie les deux extrémités 5a du crochet et applique en contrainte en compression sur l'élément de fermeture 6 pour éviter que la vis 7 soit sollicitée en flexion lorsque l'utilisateur est suspendu dans son harnais. La vis de fixation 7 maintient en position les deux extrémités 5a du corps 5 l'une par rapport à l'autre de sorte que, sous tension, le corps 5 ne se déforme pas.The fixing screw 7 rests on the two opposite ends 5a of the hook to maintain the mechanical connection between the body 5 and the closing element 6. Preferably, the fixing screw 7 connects the two ends 5a of the hook and applies under compressive stress on the closing element 6 to prevent the screw 7 from being stressed in bending when the user is suspended in his harness. The fixing screw 7 holds the two ends 5a of the body 5 in position relative to each other so that, under tension, the body 5 does not deform.

Le deuxième anneau 30 défini dans l'entretoise 6 est distinct du premier anneau 20 défini dans la première pièce 5. Les figures illustrent un mode de réalisation qui utilisent une vis de fixation 7, mais cette dernière peut être remplacée par une tige de fixation réalisant la même fonction, par exemple une tige coopérant avec un clip ou une goupille pour assurer que l'entretoise 6 reste fixée à la première pièce 5 lors de son utilisation.The second ring 30 defined in the spacer 6 is distinct from the first ring 20 defined in the first part 5. The figures illustrate an embodiment which uses a fixing screw 7, but the latter can be replaced by a fixing rod making the same function, for example a rod cooperating with a clip or a pin to ensure that the spacer 6 remains fixed to the first part 5 during its use.

Cette configuration est avantageuse car elle permet de réaliser un premier anneau 5 qui résiste mieux aux efforts appliqués et notamment aux chocs qui peuvent apparaitre lors d'une chute en comparaison d'une configuration de type mousqueton. La meilleure tenue mécanique d'un mousqueton est généralement obtenue selon son grand axe ce qui impose de le faire travailler dans cette direction particulière. L'utilisateur doit donc être vigilant pour s'assurer que le mousqueton ne bascule pas dans une position inadaptée. Il est également important que le doigt du mousqueton ne s'ouvre pas de manière inattendue ce qui impose l'utilisation d'un doigt avec un système de blocage par exemple à vis. Il en ressort que le mousqueton est volumineux et que le système de blocage du doigt complique la rotation sous charge.This configuration is advantageous because it makes it possible to produce a first ring 5 which better resists the forces applied and in particular the shocks which may appear during a fall compared to a carabiner type configuration. The best mechanical strength of a carabiner is generally obtained along its long axis, which requires it to work in this particular direction. The user must therefore be vigilant to ensure that the carabiner does not tip into an unsuitable position. It is also important that the finger of the carabiner does not open unexpectedly, which requires the use of a finger with a locking system, for example a screw. It appears that the carabiner is bulky and that the finger locking system complicates rotation under load.

La configuration proposée permet de réaliser un connecteur 4 compact et résistant qui permet d'avoir un axe de pivotement du deuxième anneau 6 proche du centre de gravité de l'utilisateur, c'est-à-dire proche de l'abdomen. Le premier anneau 5 est ouvrable pour disposer l'axe de pivotement au plus près du centre de gravité de l'utilisateur.The proposed configuration makes it possible to produce a compact and resistant connector 4 which makes it possible to have a pivot axis of the second ring 6 close to the user's center of gravity, that is to say close to the abdomen. The first ring 5 can be opened to position the pivot axis as close as possible to the user's center of gravity.

La vis de fixation 7 passe à travers au moins une partie de la première pièce 5 et à travers le trou traversant 8 pour fixer l'entretoise 6 avec la première pièce 5 et fermer le premier anneau 20 ouvrable. La première pièce 5 définit un orifice 9 dans une des extrémités 5a pour faciliter la fixation de l'entretoise 6 avec la première pièce 5. De manière préférentielle, la vis de fixation 7 relie les deux extrémités du crochet pour mieux répartir les efforts lors de la suspension de l'utilisateur.The fixing screw 7 passes through at least part of the first part 5 and through the through hole 8 to fix the spacer 6 with the first part 5 and close the first openable ring 20. The first part 5 defines an orifice 9 in one of the ends 5a to facilitate the fixing of the spacer 6 with the first part 5. Preferably, the fixing screw 7 connects the two ends of the hook to better distribute the forces during suspension of the user.

La vis de fixation 7 maintient en position les deux extrémités 5a de la première pièce 5 l'une par rapport à l'autre de sorte que, sous tension, la première pièce 5 ne se déforme pas.The fixing screw 7 holds the two ends 5a of the first part 5 in position relative to each other so that, under tension, the first part 5 does not deform.

De manière avantageuse, le trou défini par le premier anneau 20 est séparé du trou défini par le second anneau 30 par la vis de fixation 7.Advantageously, the hole defined by the first ring 20 is separated from the hole defined by the second ring 30 by the fixing screw 7.

Le connecteur 4 définit un premier anneau 20 et un deuxième anneau 30 qui est distinct du premier anneau 20. Le premier anneau 20 et le deuxième anneau 30 définissent chacun un contour fermé. De manière préférentielle, les deux anneaux sont montés immobiles l'un par rapport à l'autre, préférentiellement lorsque l'entretoise 6 est montée entre les deux extrémités du crochet. Un effort appliqué sur un des anneaux est mieux retransmis à l'autre anneau ce qui facilite la manipulation du connecteur 4 en comparaison d'un premier anneau associé à un descendeur de type « 8 ». Il est également avantageux que les deux anneaux soient montés amovibles l'un par rapport uniquement au moyen de la ou des vis de fixation 7.The connector 4 defines a first ring 20 and a second ring 30 which is distinct from the first ring 20. The first ring 20 and the second ring 30 each define a closed contour. Preferably, the two rings are mounted stationary relative to each other, preferably when the spacer 6 is mounted between the two ends of the hook. A force applied to one of the rings is better transmitted to the other ring, which facilitates the handling of the connector 4 compared to a first ring associated with a type “8” descender. It is also advantageous that the two rings are mounted removable in relation to each other only by means of the fixing screw(s) 7.

Il est avantageux que le connecteur 4 possède des moyens d'anti-rotation du premier anneau 20 par rapport au deuxième anneau 30 et d'une manière plus générale des moyens d'anti-rotation de la première pièce 5 par rapport à l'entretoise 6. Il est intéressant de prévoir que le connecteur 4 comporte des moyens d'anti-rotation qui interdisent la rotation de l'entretoise 6 autour de la vis de fixation 7. Il est également avantageux que les deux anneaux 20 et 30 soient montés monoblocs l'un par rapport à l'autre une fois le connecteur 4 monté.It is advantageous for the connector 4 to have means for anti-rotation of the first ring 20 relative to the second ring 30 and, more generally, means for anti-rotation of the first part 5 relative to the spacer. 6. It is interesting to provide that the connector 4 includes anti-rotation means which prevent the rotation of the spacer 6 around the fixing screw 7. It is also advantageous that the two rings 20 and 30 are mounted in one piece one in relation to the other once connector 4 is mounted.

Dans une configuration particulière, la première extrémité 5a et/ou la deuxième extrémité 5a du crochet coopèrent avec l'entretoise 6 sous la forme d'un assemblage languette/rainure. L'assemblage languette/rainure empêche la rotation de l'entretoise 6 par rapport à la première pièce 5. Deux configurations différentes de languette/rainure sont illustrées aux figures 3 et 8, mais d'autres configurations sont possibles.In a particular configuration, the first end 5a and/or the second end 5a of the hook cooperate with the spacer 6 in the form of a tongue/groove assembly. The tongue/groove assembly prevents rotation of the spacer 6 relative to the first part 5. Two different tongue/groove configurations are illustrated in figures 3 And 8 , but other configurations are possible.

Dans un mode de réalisation, la première extrémité 5a du crochet forme une languette saillante et l'entretoise 6 définit une ou deux rainures coopérant à la languette de la première extrémité 5a pour définir une direction d'insertion ou d'extraction de l'entretoise 6 entre les première et deuxième extrémités 5a. Dans le mode de réalisation de la figure 3, une face de l'extrémité 5a supérieure forme un méplat qui prend appui sur un bord plat de la rainure définie dans l'entretoise.In one embodiment, the first end 5a of the hook forms a projecting tongue and the spacer 6 defines one or two grooves cooperating with the tongue of the first end 5a to define a direction of insertion or extraction of the spacer 6 between the first and second ends 5a. In the embodiment of the Figure 3 , one face of the upper end 5a forms a flat surface which rests on a flat edge of the groove defined in the spacer.

Il est avantageux que la première extrémité 5a et la deuxième extrémité 5a et/ou les deux faces opposées de l'entretoise 6 possèdent des formes différentes afin d'autoriser l'insertion de l'entretoise 6 entre les deux extrémités 5a du crochet dans une seule configuration ou seulement quelques configurations et d'interdire les autres types de montage. L'insertion de l'entretoise 6 dans l'ouverture du crochet se fait par une translation et une fois installée la rotation par rapport à la première pièce 5 est impossible, au jeu de montage près.It is advantageous for the first end 5a and the second end 5a and/or the two opposite faces of the spacer 6 to have different shapes in order to allow the insertion of the spacer 6 between the two ends 5a of the hook in a single configuration or only a few configurations and prohibit other types of assembly. The insertion of the spacer 6 into the opening of the hook is done by translation and once installed, rotation relative to the first part 5 is impossible, except for assembly clearance.

Il est particulièrement avantageux que la vis de fixation 7 prenne appui simultanément sur les première et seconde extrémités 5a opposées de la première pièce 5 pour plaquer les première et seconde extrémités 5a opposées de la première pièce 5 sur l'entretoise 6. La vis de fixation 7 rapproche les deux extrémités 5a opposées de la première pièce 5 et applique un effort sur l'entretoise 6. Dans cette configuration, les efforts appliqués sur l'entretoise 6 sont mieux transférés à la première pièce 5 de sorte que la vis de fixation 7 travaille moins en cisaillement ou ne travaille pas en cisaillement.It is particularly advantageous for the fixing screw 7 to bear simultaneously on the first and second opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 to press the first and second opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 onto the spacer 6. The fixing screw 7 brings the two opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 together and applies a force to the spacer 6. In this configuration, the forces applied to the spacer 6 are better transferred to the first part 5 so that the fixing screw 7 works less in shear or does not work in shear.

Il est également avantageux de prévoir que l'entretoise 6 comporte un premier épaulement 10 qui vient en contact des paroi latérales du crochet et notamment au niveau de la première extrémité 5a. De cette manière, quand un effort est appliqué sur l'entretoise 6 pour l'extraire de l'ouverture du crochet, le premier épaulement 10 se déplace légèrement pour venir en contact de la paroi latérale du crochet. En alternative, il existe un contact par défaut entre l'épaulement 10 et la paroi interne du crochet ce qui empêche le déplacement de l'entretoise 6 par rapport à la première pièce 5 au-delà d'une position seuil. Cet agencement permet de limiter les contraintes en cisaillement appliquées sur la vis de fixation 7. Il est particulièrement intéressant de réaliser un épaulement 10 qui vient en contact de la paroi interne de l'anneau 20 et non au contact de la paroi externe de l'anneau 20. De cette manière, lorsque l'utilisateur est suspendu au moyen de l'entretoise 6, l'effort est retransmis à la première pièce 5 sans que la vis de fixation 7 ne soit trop sollicitée en cisaillement. Cela permet de réduire la section de la vis de fixation 7 et donc l'encombrement du connecteur 4.It is also advantageous to provide that the spacer 6 comprises a first shoulder 10 which comes into contact with the side walls of the hook and in particular at the level of the first end 5a. In this way, when a force is applied to the spacer 6 to extract it from the opening of the hook, the first shoulder 10 moves slightly to come into contact with the side wall of the hook. Alternatively, there is default contact between the shoulder 10 and the internal wall of the hook which prevents the spacer 6 from moving relative to the first part 5 beyond a threshold position. This arrangement makes it possible to limit the shear stresses applied to the fixing screw 7. It is particularly advantageous to produce a shoulder 10 which comes into contact with the internal wall of the ring 20 and not in contact with the external wall of the ring 20. In this way, when the user is suspended by means of the spacer 6, the force is transmitted to the first part 5 without the fixing screw 7 being overly stressed in shear. This makes it possible to reduce the section of the fixing screw 7 and therefore the size of the connector 4.

De manière préférentielle, l'entretoise 6 comporte un second épaulement 10 venant en contact d'une paroi interne de la première pièce 5 au niveau de la seconde extrémité 5a. Les premier et second épaulements 10 sont en saillie de deux faces opposées de l'entretoise 6. Les deux épaulements 10 permettent de mieux gérer la transmission d'effort entre l'entretoise 4 et la première pièce 5.Preferably, the spacer 6 comprises a second shoulder 10 coming into contact with an internal wall of the first part 5 at the level of the second end 5a. The first and second shoulders 10 project from two opposite faces of the spacer 6. The two shoulders 10 make it possible to better manage the transmission of force between the spacer 4 and the first part 5.

Il est également avantageux de prévoir une vis de fixation 7 ou tout autre moyen de fixation qui autorise l'application d'un effort visant à rapprocher les deux extrémités 5a du crochet. En rapprochant les deux extrémités 5a du crochet, l'entretoise 6 est mise sous contrainte et la vis de fixation 7 travaille selon son axe longitudinal ce qui a pour effet de réduire la valeur des efforts en cisaillement appliqués lors de la suspension. Par exemple, la vis de fixation 7 prend appui sur les première et seconde extrémités 5a opposées de la première pièce 5 pour plaquer les première et seconde extrémités 5a opposées de la première pièce 5 sur l'entretoise 6.It is also advantageous to provide a fixing screw 7 or any other fixing means which allows the application of a force aimed at bringing the two ends 5a of the hook together. By bringing the two ends 5a of the hook together, the spacer 6 is placed under stress and the fixing screw 7 works along its longitudinal axis which has the effect of reducing the value of the shear forces applied during suspension. For example, the fixing screw 7 is supported on the first and second opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 to press the first and second opposite ends 5a of the first part 5 onto the spacer 6.

Il est avantageux que le premier anneau 20 soit plus grand que le deuxième anneau 30. Dans une configuration préférentielle, la plus grande dimension perpendiculairement à l'axe longitudinal de la vis de fixation 7 est inférieure à la dimension du premier anneau 20 perpendiculairement l'axe longitudinal de la vis de fixation 7 ce qui permet si nécessaire la rotation de l'entretoise 6 autour de la vis de fixation 7 en passant à travers le premier anneau 20.It is advantageous for the first ring 20 to be larger than the second ring 30. In a preferred configuration, the largest dimension perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the fixing screw 7 is less than the dimension of the first ring 20 perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the fixing screw 7 which allows, if necessary, the rotation of the spacer 6 around the fixing screw 7 while passing through the first ring 20.

De manière préférentielle, le corps 5 est formé en acier ou en alliage d'aluminium. Il est également avantageux que l'élément de fermeture 6 soit formé en acier ou en alliage d'aluminium. Le corps 5 est préférentiellement fixé au harnais 1 sur des éléments textiles.Preferably, the body 5 is formed from steel or an aluminum alloy. It is also advantageous for the closure element 6 to be formed from steel or an aluminum alloy. The body 5 is preferably fixed to the harness 1 on textile elements.

Dans un mode de configuration avantageux, l'élément de fermeture 6 représente plus de 90° et de préférence plus de 120° et le deuxième anneau 30 est formé à une extrémité de l'élément de fermeture 6 et il s'étend sur moins d'un tiers de l'angle formé par l'élément de fermeture 6. En considérant que le premier anneau 20 est un cercle, l'élément de fermeture 6 représente un arc de cercle plus d'un quart de l'anneau à 120°.In an advantageous mode of configuration, the closure element 6 represents more than 90° and preferably more than 120° and the second ring 30 is formed at one end of the closure element 6 and it extends over less than a third of the angle formed by the closing element 6. Considering that the first ring 20 is a circle, the closing element 6 represents an arc of a circle more than a quarter of the ring at 120° .

Dans un autre mode de réalisation, l'élément de fermeture 6 représente moins de 90° et le deuxième anneau 30 est formé au centre de l'élément de fermeture 6.In another embodiment, the closing element 6 represents less than 90° and the second ring 30 is formed in the center of the closing element 6.

L'entretoise 6 et la première pièce 5 forment deux anneaux disposés perpendiculairement l'un à l'autre. Cette configuration permet de dissocier les mouvements du connecteur 4 selon les efforts appliqués.The spacer 6 and the first part 5 form two rings arranged perpendicular to each other. This configuration makes it possible to dissociate the movements of connector 4 according to the forces applied.

Les figures 8 et 9 illustrent un autre mode de réalisation d'un connecteur 4 dans lequel l'insertion de l'entretoise 6 dans la première pièce 5 s'effectue selon une direction différente de la direction d'insertion illustrée à la figure 3. Dans le mode de réalisation de la figure 3, l'entretoise 6 s'introduit selon une direction qui correspond ou correspond sensiblement à un rayon de l'anneau qui passe par l'ouverture. L'épaulement 10 peut être agencé pour que l'insertion s'effectue uniquement depuis l'intérieur de l'anneau vers l'ouverture du crochet. Au contraire dans le mode de réalisation illustré à la figure 8, l'insertion de l'entretoise 6 dans l'ouverture s'effectue perpendiculairement au plan médian transverse du crochet.THE figures 8 And 9 illustrate another embodiment of a connector 4 in which the insertion of the spacer 6 in the first part 5 is carried out in a direction different from the direction of insertion illustrated in Figure 3 . In the embodiment of the Figure 3 , the spacer 6 is introduced in a direction which corresponds or corresponds substantially to a radius of the ring which passes through the opening. The shoulder 10 can be arranged so that insertion is carried out only from the inside of the ring towards the opening of the hook. On the contrary, in the embodiment illustrated in figure 8 , the insertion of the spacer 6 into the opening is carried out perpendicular to the transverse median plane of the hook.

Comme pour le mode de réalisation précédent, il est avantageux d'utiliser des moyens d'anti-rotation de l'entretoise 6 par rapport à la première pièce 5 autour de la vis de fixation 7. Le montage anti-rotation peut être formé par une association languette-rainure et/ou par des méplats disposés sur les parois latérales de l'entretoise 6 et de la première pièce 5. Il est également avantageux de former un montage reprenant dans lequel la première pièce 5 reprend les efforts appliqués sur l'entretoise 6 pour la séparer de la première pièce selon la direction correspondant à un rayon passant par l'ouverture. La reprise d'effort peut être obtenue par un assemblage languette-rainure s'étendant perpendiculairement au plan médian transverse et définissant la direction d'insertion de l'entretoise 6.As for the previous embodiment, it is advantageous to use anti-rotation means of the spacer 6 relative to the first part 5 around the fixing screw 7. The anti-rotation assembly can be formed by a tongue-groove association and/or by flats arranged on the side walls of the spacer 6 and the first part 5. It is also advantageous to form a repeating assembly in which the first part 5 takes up the forces applied to the spacer 6 to separate it from the first part in the direction corresponding to a radius passing through the opening. The force recovery can be obtained by a tongue-groove assembly extending perpendicular to the transverse median plane and defining the direction of insertion of the spacer 6.

Dans le mode de réalisation de la figure 10, l'ouverture du crochet défini par la première pièce 5 est beaucoup plus importante que dans les modes de réalisation précédent de sorte que deux vis de fixation sont nécessaires ou un point d'ancrage et une vis de fixation. Dans ce cas de figure, l'entretoise 6 définit complètement le deuxième anneau et elle délimite une part plus importante du premier anneau. Dans le mode de réalisation illustré, deux vis de fixation s'introduisent selon une direction incluse dans le plan médian transverse, mais il est également possible de prévoir que la première pièce et l'entretoise 6 se recouvrent partiellement de manière à autoriser la fixation de ces deux pièces par une vis de fixation perpendiculaire au plan médian transverse. Dans le mode de réalisation illustré, le corps 5 et l'élément de fermeture 6 représentent sensiblement la moitié du premier anneau 20. La première interface entre le corps 5 et l'élément de fermeture 6 est définie par le repère 5b. L'autre interface correspond au contact avec le deuxième anneau diamétralement opposé. Les deux flèches représentent les deux sens d'introduction des deux vis de fixation.In the embodiment of the Figure 10 , the opening of the hook defined by the first part 5 is much larger than in the previous embodiments so that two fixing screws are necessary or an anchor point and a fixing screw. In this case, the spacer 6 completely defines the second ring and it delimits a larger part of the first ring. In the illustrated embodiment, two fixing screws are introduced in a direction included in the transverse median plane, but it is also possible to provide that the first part and the spacer 6 partially overlap so as to authorize the fixing of these two parts by a fixing screw perpendicular to the transverse median plane. In the illustrated embodiment, the body 5 and the closing element 6 represent substantially half of the first ring 20. The first interface between the body 5 and the closing element 6 is defined by the mark 5b. The other interface corresponds to contact with the second diametrically opposite ring. The two arrows represent the two directions of insertion of the two fixing screws.

Il est également possible de prévoir que la première pièce 5 ne soit pas monobloc et soit formée par deux éléments fixés l'un à l'autre par une vis de fixation pour définir la forme en crochet fermée par l'entretoise 6. La vis de fixation 7 passant par l'intérieur du crochet pour fixer l'entretoise 6 à la première pièce 5. La première pièce peut être formée par plus de deux éléments.It is also possible to provide that the first part 5 is not in one piece and is formed by two elements fixed to one another by a fixing screw to define the hook shape closed by the spacer 6. The fixing screw fixing 7 passing through the inside of the hook to fix the spacer 6 to the first part 5. The first part can be formed by more than two elements.

Il est encore possible de prévoir un mode de réalisation dans lequel l'entretoise 6 referme le premier anneau au moyen de deux vis qui s'introduisent de part et d'autre du deuxième anneau.It is still possible to provide an embodiment in which the spacer 6 closes the first ring by means of two screws which are inserted on either side of the second ring.

Ces modes de réalisation sont moins avantageux que ceux illustrés car ils nécessitent plus de manipulation et par exemple plus de vis à fixer pour refermer le premier anneau.These embodiments are less advantageous than those illustrated because they require more handling and for example more screws to fix to close the first ring.

Dans un mode de réalisation particulier illustré à la figure 1, le harnais 1 comporte une sellette 11 ainsi que des éléments d'accroche 12 permettant d'accrocher la sellette 11 à l'entretoise 6. L'entretoise 6 comporte deux points de fixation 13 disposés avantageusement à équidistance du premier anneau et préférentiellement à équidistance de la vis de fixation 7. Lorsque l'utilisateur est suspendu au moyen de l'entretoise 6, le premier anneau 5 tourne pour adapter sa position aux efforts de suspension de l'utilisateur.In a particular embodiment illustrated in figure 1 , the harness 1 comprises a harness 11 as well as attachment elements 12 allowing the harness 11 to be attached to the spacer 6. The spacer 6 comprises two fixing points 13 advantageously arranged equidistant from the first ring and preferably equidistant of the fixing screw 7. When the user is suspended by means of the spacer 6, the first ring 5 rotates to adapt its position to the user's suspension efforts.

Lorsque l'utilisateur décide de s'assoir sur la sellette 11, le déplacement du poids s'applique toujours sur l'entretoise et cause la rotation du premier anneau 5 par rapport à la ceinture 2 et aux deux tours de cuisse 3. Le déplacement du poids est mieux géré par l'utilisateur.When the user decides to sit on the harness 11, the movement of the weight always applies to the spacer and causes the rotation of the first ring 5 relative to the belt 2 and the two thigh loops 3. The movement weight is better managed by the user.

Dans le mode de réalisation illustré, les deux points de fixation de l'entretoise 6 avec la sellette 11 ou les éléments d'accroche 12 de la sellette 11 sont dissociés du trou traversant principal. Deux orifices traversants 13 sont formés dans l'entretoise 6 entre les deux trous principaux de la première pièce 5 et de l'entretoise 6. Deux extrémités opposées de la sellette sont fixées aux deux orifices traversants 13. De manière avantageuse, les deux éléments d'accroches 12 sont des mousquetons qui autorisent une installation et un démontage aisé de la sellette par rapport au connecteur. Il est également avantageux que la sellette 11 soit fixée à l'entretoise 6 par deux connecteurs intermédiaires 14 qui sont distincts de la première pièce 5 et qui sont montés mobiles par rapport à la première pièce 5. Les deux connecteurs intermédiaires 14 sont par exemple des manilles. Les deux connecteurs intermédiaires sont mobiles indépendamment l'un de l'autre et ils sont mobiles par rapport à l'entretoise 6 et par rapport à la première pièce 5. Les deux connecteurs intermédiaires peuvent passer à travers de deux trous traversants 6a de l'entretoise disposés à équidistance du premier anneau, par exemple de la vis de fixation 7.In the illustrated embodiment, the two attachment points of the spacer 6 with the saddle 11 or the attachment elements 12 of the saddle 11 are separated from the main through hole. Two through holes 13 are formed in the spacer 6 between the two main holes of the first part 5 and the spacer 6. Two opposite ends of the saddle are fixed to the two through holes 13. Advantageously, the two elements d The hooks 12 are carabiners which allow easy installation and disassembly of the harness in relation to the connector. It is also advantageous for the saddle 11 to be fixed to the spacer 6 by two intermediate connectors 14 which are distinct from the first part 5 and which are mounted movable relative to the first part 5. The two intermediate connectors 14 are for example shackles. The two intermediate connectors are movable independently of each other and they are movable relative to the spacer 6 and relative to the first part 5. The two intermediate connectors can pass through two through holes 6a of the spacer arranged equidistant from the first ring, for example from the fixing screw 7.

Dans le mode de réalisation illustré à la figure 1, l'utilisateur est suspendu au moyen d'une corde 15 fixée plus haut. La corde 15 passe au travers du deuxième anneau 30. Lorsque l'utilisateur se déplace par rapport à la corde 15, le premier anneau 20 se déplace à droite ou à gauche et/ou il pivote du côté droit ou du coté gauche pour suivre la position de l'utilisateur. Le premier anneau peut également pivoter pour s'orienter vers la tête ou les pieds de l'utilisateur. En utilisant deux anneaux montés fixes l'un par rapport à l'autre les déplacements du poids de l'utilisateur par rapport au point de suspension se font plus facilement. Le montage de deux anneaux perpendiculairement au plus près de la ceinture et des tours de cuisse facile l'utilisation du harnais.In the embodiment illustrated in figure 1 , the user is suspended by means of a rope 15 fixed higher up. The rope 15 passes through the second ring 30. When the user moves relative to the rope 15, the first ring 20 moves to the right or to the left and/or it pivots to the right side or to the left side to follow the user position. The first ring can also pivot to point towards the user's head or feet. By using two rings mounted fixed relative to each other, the user's weight can be moved more easily relative to the suspension point. Mounting two rings perpendicularly as close as possible to the belt and thigh loops makes it easier to use the harness.

De manière avantageuse illustrée aux figures 11 et 12, la ceinture 2 et la paire de tours de cuisse 3 sont également reliées par un anneau 16 en élément textile. Il existe deux connexions mécaniques qui relient la ceinture 2 et la paire de tours de cuisse 3. L'anneau 16 en élément textile assure la connexion mécanique lorsque le connecteur 4 est démonté.Advantageously illustrated in figures 11 and 12 , the belt 2 and the pair of thigh loops 3 are also connected by a ring 16 made of textile element. There are two mechanical connections that connect the belt 2 and the pair of towers of thigh 3. The ring 16 made of textile element ensures the mechanical connection when the connector 4 is dismantled.

Il est également préférable que le harnais 1 comporte une longe 17 et/ou un bloqueur de corde 18 et/ou sont directement fixés au premier anneau 20. Ces modes de réalisation sont illustrés aux figures 11 et 12. Le bloqueur de corde 18 possède une première extrémité fixée au premier anneau 20. L'autre extrémité du bloqueur de corde 18 est fixée aux épaules de l'utilisateur, par exemple par des bretelles ou une sangle 19. Le bloqueur de corde 18 comporte un moyen de blocage d'une corde, par exemple une came qui autorise le déplacement de la corde dans une seule direction. La came peut être déverrouillée au moyen d'une gâchette 21.It is also preferable that the harness 1 comprises a lanyard 17 and/or a rope blocker 18 and/or are directly fixed to the first ring 20. These embodiments are illustrated in figures 11 and 12 . The rope blocker 18 has a first end fixed to the first ring 20. The other end of the rope blocker 18 is fixed to the user's shoulders, for example by shoulder straps or a strap 19. The rope blocker 18 comprises a means of blocking a rope, for example a cam which allows the rope to move in only one direction. The cam can be unlocked by means of a trigger 21.

L'installation du connecteur 4 sur le harnais 1 s'effectue en ouvrant le premier anneau 20 et en introduisant la ceinture 2 et les tours de cuisse 3 dans le premier anneau 20. Le premier anneau 20 est refermé. Le premier anneau peut être ouvert une nouvelle fois pour y introduire une longe ou un bloqueur de corde.The installation of the connector 4 on the harness 1 is carried out by opening the first ring 20 and introducing the belt 2 and the thigh loops 3 into the first ring 20. The first ring 20 is closed. The first ring can be opened again to insert a lanyard or rope blocker.

Une corde est montée dans le deuxième anneau, de préférence directement, pour autoriser l'utilisateur à se suspendre dans son harnais au moyen de la corde. L'utilisateur est alors maintenu en suspension au moyen de la corde fixée à l'entretoise.A rope is mounted in the second ring, preferably directly, to allow the user to suspend himself in his harness by means of the rope. The user is then kept in suspension by means of the rope attached to the spacer.

Claims (12)

  1. A harness (1) comprising a belt (2) and a pair of thigh loops (3) connected by a connector (4) forming a ventral suspension point, connector (4) wherein:
    - the connector (4) defines a first ring (20) and a second ring (30) distinct from one another, the first ring (20) being an openable ring and connecting the belt (2) to the pair of thigh loops (3),
    - the first ring (20) and the second ring (30) can be fixedly mounted on each other,
    - the first ring (20) and the second ring (30) respectively have a first median longitudinal plane and a second median longitudinal plane, the first median longitudinal plane being perpendicular to the second median longitudinal plane, wherein the connector (4) comprises a body (5) and a closure element (6) removably mounted relative to the body (5) for opening and closing the first ring (20), at least one fastening screw (7) securing the closure element (6) to the body (5),
    wherein the closure element (6) forms the entire second ring (30) so that the second ring is removable relative to the first ring (20),
    wherein the body (5) is in the form of a hook with opposite first and second ends (5a), the body (5) connecting the pair of thigh loops (3) and the belt (2), the closure element (6) being installed between first and second ends (5a) of the body (5) to close the hook, and
    wherein the body (5) defines at least one first through hole (9) and the closure element (6) defines at least one second through hole (8), the at least one fastening screw (7) penetrating through the at least one first through hole (9) and the at least one second through hole (8) to secure the closure element (6) with the body (5) and close the first openable ring (20).
  2. The harness (1) according to claim 1, wherein the second ring (30) is non-openable.
  3. The harness (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the closure element (6) and the second ring (30) are formed by a single piece.
  4. The harness (1) according to claim 1, wherein the body (5) and the closure element (6) form anti-rotation means configured to prevent rotation of the closure element (6) relative to the body (5) about the at least one fastening screw (7).
  5. The harness (1) according to claim 4, wherein the closure element (6) and the first end (5a) and/or the second end (5a) of the body (5) form a tongue/groove assembly forming the anti-rotation means.
  6. The harness (1) according to any of the preceding claims, in which the at least one fastening screw (7) bears on the first and second opposite ends (5a) of the body (5) to press the first and second opposite ends (5a) of the body (5) against the closure element (6).
  7. The harness (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the closure element (6) comprises a first shoulder (10) contacting an inner wall of the body (5) at the first end (5a), the first shoulder (10) being separated from the second ring (30) by the at least one fastening screw (7).
  8. The harness (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the body (5) defines a hook having an opening whose separation distance varies to define an abutment and wherein the closure element (6) comprises a first shoulder (10) engaging the abutment so that the first shoulder and the abutment oppose extraction of the closure element (6) outwardly from the first ring (20).
  9. The harness (1) according to any of the preceding claims, comprising a saddle (11) designed to seat a user, the saddle (11) being fastened to the closure element (6) by two fastening points arranged equidistant from the at least one fastening screw (7).
  10. The harness (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the first ring (20) is larger than the second ring (30).
  11. The harness (1) according to any of the preceding claims, wherein a rope clamp (18) and/or a lanyard (17) are directly attached to the first ring (20).
  12. A method of mounting a connector on a harness (1) according to any of the preceding claims, comprising the following steps:
    - opening the first ring (20), the body (5) connecting the belt (2) with the pair of thigh loops (3),
    - connecting a rope clamp (18) or lanyard (17) in the first ring (20),
    - closing the first ring (20).
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