ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 10 -- United States Patent no. 12,409,918, issued on Sept. 9.
"Flotation harness and kinetic safety system" was invented by Elizabeth Ann Snyder (Apopka, Fla.).
According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A flotation harness and kinetic safety system includes a vest-style harness having an internal buoyant material for functioning as a personal flotation device. An elongated kinetic recovery cord is connected to the back panel. A length adjustment mechanism is positioned along the cord and a clip is positioned along the distal end of the cord for engaging an overhead portion of a boat. At least one adjustment belt is positioned along the harness body. A pelvic support panel extends do...