Amidst a natural disaster, such as an inundation, damage control is optimally important. The Air Rope increases the likelihood that survivors will actually make it to safety, and not end up at risk of succumbing to a violent swell.
Lee Yong Ho, Lee Jee Won and Lee Juan studied one of the current methods for bringing stranded people across an overflowing river; they determined that it's dangerous to prepare for the traverse, and the process of crossing is often anything but secure.
The Air Rope assists both rescuers and victims with its ability to be set up from dry land. It can be unpacked from its compact case and quickly inflated, producing an anchored tunnel through which people can crawl.
Inflatable Flood Tunnels
The Air Rope Offers an Alternative to Precarious Flood Rescue Procedures
Trend Themes
1. Inflatable Disaster Tunnels - An emerging trend of inflatable disaster tunnels offers a safer alternative for crossing dangerous waters during a natural disaster.
2. Portable Rescue Equipment - A trend towards more portable and versatile rescue equipment, such as the Air Rope, is disrupting traditional methods of disaster relief and increasing chances of survival.
3. Smart Disaster Response Technology - With the development of smarter and more adaptable disaster response technology, such as the Air Rope, first responders are able to act faster and more efficiently during natural disasters.
Industry Implications
1. Emergency Services - The emergency services industry has an opportunity to adopt and incorporate new and innovative disaster response technology, such as the Air Rope, into their standard operating procedures.
2. Outdoor and Adventure Gear - The outdoor and adventure gear industry could explore ways to adapt the Air Rope technology and other portable disaster response equipment for recreational use in extreme environments.
3. Construction and Infrastructure - The construction and infrastructure industry has potential to incorporate inflatable disaster tunnels and other innovative disaster relief solutions into their projects to better prepare for natural disasters and protect vulnerable areas.