Engineers Made A Tsunami Survival Capsule. Here's What It Can Do If Disaster Strikes
February 7, 2018
Designed by a team of aerospace engineers, this Survival Capsule is a spherical ball made to protect people from tsunami events, tornadoes, hurricanes and earthquakes.
"The sphere will withstand the initial impact of a natural disaster, as well as sharp object penetration, heat exposure, blunt object impact, and rapid deceleration," the Survival Capsule website states.
Here's a list of the Survival Capsule's features:
- Safety Seating with Four-Point Harness Straps
- Storage Space (sufficient for five day's supply per person)
- Multiple Counter Sunk Hoisting Points
- Water Storage (bladder or tank)
- Basic Internal Light
- GPS (Global Positioning System)
- Air Ventilation Vents
- Capsule Storage Stand
- Basic, High-Visibility Unit Color
- Air Supply Tanks (one for each occupant)
- Hard Restraint Support
- Solid, Watertight Marine Door (opens from inside and outside)
- Marine Standard Window
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