Abstract: A method and apparatus for wireless networking employs a wireless protocol module and a wireless device interface module for controlling a remote terminal unit, whereby the modules integrate the remote terminal unit software and wireless networking application software.

Abstract: An individual sandbagging accessory apparatus which includes a principal sandbag support portion, a plurality of removable leg members attachable to the principal sandbag support portion, for positioning the support portion above the ground; clip members for securing the upper end of a sandbag through the support system, so that once secured, there is defined an upper bag opening for delivering sand into; and a plurality of ports in the walls of the principal support portion for allowing the legs to be slidably engaged through the support portion, for defining a compact apparatus which could be secured to a backpack and easing transported.

Abstract: A tow plate assembly for an aerial cargo parachute delivery system is disclosed. The tow plate assembly includes an extraction clevis member connected between at least one extraction parachute and a cargo load and a drogue jettison clevis member mounted on the extraction clevis and connected to a drogue parachute. Remote operating linkages are provided for mechanically releasing the clevis members to extract the load or, in the case of an aborted mission, to jettison the drogue parachute. Both clevis members are releasably retained on the tow plate by mechanisms constructed to minimize the force required for release, the extraction clevis by a ball locking device and the drogue jettison clevis by a combination of anti-friction bearings and clevis structure to maintain a minimum vertical component of the drag force acting on the drogue clevis locking elements.