Structure Of The Parachute - Independence Annular Classic 20 Betriebsanleitung

15. Structure of the parachute

The parachute has, depending on the model 20, 22, 24, 30, 36 segments (see technical data).
The canopy is made of tear resistant , high-strength nylon fabric. The seams at the canopy are flat-fell seams. The base
and the apex are reinforced with a band.
The lines are sewn to the canopy, and reinforced with V-tapes at the canopy. The apex is pulled in by the center line. The
center line and all other lines are connected to the bridle.
The bridle has a strength or more than 2400 kp. Hang gliding models only differ from paragliding models by a much longer
bridle. The model Annular Classic 30 has a special V-shaped bridle, which is suitable for biplace flying.
Bridle
The innercontainer is made of nylon fabric and gets closed at three points. The small drogue-parachute is integrated to the
innercontainer.
On the flat side of the innercontainer are four loops. At one of these loops the release-handle of the outercontainer or the
harness is attached
Stowing points for
release-handle
The outercontainer is made of robust, water-repellent Nylon fabric. It consists of 2 lateral flaps, the upper and lower flap,
the release-handle with 2 pins, which close the container.
Lines
Line attachment point
Drogue-parachute
Release-handle
Velcro-tapes for attaching
the container to the harness
Outercontainer open
Center line
Apex lines
Backside of the outercontainer,
with attaching-points
Canopy
Apex
Packing loop