Tsunami Survival Pod

[Matt.D]

http://www.havanahouseboats.com/home...i-survival-pod

[daiquiri]

One has to carry it around on his shoulders as he/she moves in the endangered areas, or what?

[Submarine Tom]

Standing on top of a hill works really well too, but then you need to survive the aftermath...

-Tom

[Frosty]

A tsunami at sea is nothing --it can even pass by unnoticed . It is when it hits shallow water or land that it manifests destruction.

[PAR]

That's one of the most absurd things I've ever seen. Frosty's correct, at sea there's no need for it and if on land, the G forces of being strapped in a 55 gallon drum, being tossed around like a cork, will snap the necks of the occupants.

[Matt.D]

Originally Posted by PAR

That's one of the most absurd things I've ever seen. Frosty's correct, at sea there's no need for it and if on land, the G forces of being strapped in a 55 gallon drum, being tossed around like a cork, will snap the necks of the occupants.

Already got it covered, pax wear helmets with tethers not unlike drag or race cars to avoid neck snapping.

[daiquiri]

I'm pretty sure someone will buy it.

[Frosty]

The only way I would be interested would be if there were holes in the bottom for me to stick my legs through and walk about.

[daiquiri]

Originally Posted by Frosty

The only way I would be interested would be if there were holes in the bottom for me to stick my legs through and walk about.

LOL!!!

[PAR]

Using a "Hans" devise to prevent rapid head movement doesn't do a thing for your internal origins, which will also slam about, as it's pitched around. These internal injuries are what kill most, in rapid acceleration/deceleration incidents.

[daiquiri]

PAR, it's imho pointless to discuss this thing at any serious technical or operational level.
Issues (immediate ones):
- one has to be nearby one of these when tsunami hits
- one needs to have enough time to get into that coffin, fasten himself, wear a helmet, fasten the helmet, close the hatch and make a prayer
- one need to be trained to do the above operations, and should go through drills every so often
- it can do nothing for your survival when the mass of mud and debris firmly clamps you to the bottom
- will cost a hell lots
- you're more likely te die from a heart attack inside one of these than running for a higher ground
- you're more likely to survive if you get to a higher ground than if you wait for your destiny inside that stuff
- etc.
Many other can be found if one just stops and thinks it over.

But, as I said, someone will for sure buy that stuff. Probably the same type of persons who spend a fortune to build and equip a high-tech anti-nuclear refuge at their home basements.
They make a very small but rich market niche. Well, just like pleasure boaters do, after all.

[Matt.D]

Originally Posted by PAR

Using a "Hans" devise to prevent rapid head movement doesn't do a thing for your internal origins, which will also slam about, as it's pitched around. These internal injuries are what kill most, in rapid acceleration/deceleration incidents.

origins??????

[daiquiri]

Originally Posted by Matt.D

origins??????

Organs, I presume...

[PAR]

Either will do . . .

[rasorinc]

It needs to be tested................ I suggest Niagra Falls. I would do what Frosty says put in 2 little leg holes so if you get caught in a whirlpool you can frog kick your way out.