Abstract: What is disclosed is a lifting apparatus, in particular a ferry landing stage, comprising a platform that is capable of being taken into a predetermined lift position with the aid of a hydraulic cylinder or of a cable winch. A safety stop by which the platform may be supported independently of the drive mechanism is associated to the drive mechanism.

Abstract: What is disclosed is a lifting apparatus, in particular a ferry landing stage, comprising a platform that is capable of being taken into a predetermined lift position with the aid of a hydraulic cylinder or of a cable winch. A safety stop by which the platform may be supported independently of the drive mechanism is associated to the drive mechanism.

Abstract: An apparatus and methods are provided for sheltering and/or launching devices such as projectiles or a tracking device. The apparatus preferably includes a main body having a bottom, a plurality of walls connected to and extending upwardly from the bottom, and an inner chamber defined by the inner confines of the bottom and the plurality of walls. An inner chamber cover is connected to the main body for covering the inner chamber of the main body when in a closed position and for accessing the inner chamber when in an open position. A sheltered device mount preferably is positioned in the inner chamber and connected to the main body for mounting a device to be sheltered thereto.

Abstract: In an underground storage space, particularly for endangered goods, access is effected via a left the opening of which, leading into the storage space, can be closed by two covers which are arranged spaced apart from each other.