EPIRBs

GPTKB entity

Statements (35)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:emergency_position-indicating_radio_beacon
gptkbp:activatedBy manual
automatic
gptkbp:alerts distress signal
gptkbp:compatibleWith recreational boats (in some countries)
gptkbp:example ACR Electronics
McMurdo
Ocean Signal
gptkbp:feature waterproof
floatable
unique identification code
GPS capability
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label EPIRBs
gptkbp:lifespan typically 5-10 years
gptkbp:locationAccuracy up to 100 meters with GPS
up to 5 km without GPS
gptkbp:monitors gptkb:COSPAS-SARSAT
gptkbp:powerSource gptkb:battery
gptkbp:regulates gptkb:Federal_Communications_Commission
gptkb:International_Maritime_Organization
gptkbp:replacementInterval battery replacement every 5 years
gptkbp:requireRegistration true
gptkbp:requires commercial vessels
SOLAS vessels
gptkbp:signalReceivedBy satellites
search and rescue authorities
gptkbp:testFunction self-test mode
gptkbp:transmitOnFrequency 121.5 MHz
406 MHz
gptkbp:usedBy ships
boats
mariners
gptkbp:usedFor maritime distress alerting
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Cospas-Sarsat
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8