Abstract: A hanging articulated mat assemblage disposed between pilings or on a support structure using a plurality of elements connected with flexible rope to each other and to a support beam which permits the mat to swing freely while supporting substantial weight, and optionally using a nonabrasive pad disposed on selected faces of the elements to prevent abrasion while swinging of the mat.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 5, 1998
Date of Patent:
November 2, 1999
Assignee:
Submar, Inc.
Inventors:
Thomas M. Angel, Robbie Boudreaux, Ray Moore