Hydrohold - senior capstone

Hydrohold - senior capstone

2.009 Product Engineering Processes

2.009 Product Engineering Processes

Product Overview

A rescue diving safety device that securely connects a diver to a victim during ascent, freeing the diver’s hands for other important operations.

  • Product Specifications

    Product Specifications

    Load Rating: 800 lb
    Depth Recommendation: < 60 ft
    Weight: 5 lb
    Dimensions: 5.5" x 4.5" x 7.5"
    Strap Length: 4.5 ft
    Unit Cost: $80

  • Dual-Gate Carabiner

    Specialized carabiner clasps onto D-ring on the diver’s gear in a simple and fast motion.
    Custom two-gate design provides extra protection against accidental unclasping.

  • Spooling Mechanism

    Strap extends and retracts from a custom housing.
    Knob is turned to engage a ratcheting mechanism, preventing extension of the strap.

  • Universal Attachment

    Hydrohold attaches to straps on the diver’s existing gear.
    In an emergency, flight tags can be pulled to quickly release Hydrohold from the diver’s gear.

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