Jacket That Helps You Breathe in an Avalanche
The AvaJacket is a safety vest with a built-in mouthpiece. It's similar in concept to the AvaLung, which also helps filter fresher air from below, allowing the wearer to avoid breathing in his/her exhales.
The difference with the AvaJacket is you get the added benefit of an airbag which serves double duty: 1) inflates to protect the neck, 2) creates a pocket in the snow around the head that allows for more movement.
Great concept.
[via MedGadget]
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wil9000
#1 – 12:44 PM July 17, 2009
Katamari!
john
#2 – 3:48 PM July 17, 2009
You forgot 3) Makes you look like an elephant. That's what would sell it to me
Anonymous Anonymous
#3 – 1:55 PM July 20, 2009
This is three James Bond films ago, I need an expanding jacket from the future not the past!