Post-Avalanche Shelter
Placement / location
Aesthetics
Cost
Target Audience
Environmental consideration
Manufacturing
Materials
Safety
Size
Function
Needs colour/s so that recuse team such as helicopter, airplanes and snowmobiles can spot the tent from afar.
No black, brown, dark green, grey or white - because they are all dark colours and will blend in with the mountains.
Mountainous and snowy areas
Heli skiers
Any age
Any gender
Flexible (for easy assemble)
Cold temperatures
Heat insulating
1000 kr at the least
Protection from mountainous temperatures (5° to -15°C). This protects victim/s from hypothermia and other conditions.
Fit for up to 2 adults
Sustainable/recyclable/made from renewable resources.
Wildlife friendly
Proper (big) dimensions so that rescue personnel can see it from afar. However, it can't take up too much space because it may be hard to set up and dismantle.
Has to be inspired by biomimicry
Batch production
Man-made
Environmentally friendly
Damp enviroment
Water resistant (protection from snow)
Water resistance (snow)
Usable is low temperatures (5° to -15°C)
Infrared enhancing (so that rescue systems/personal can identify the victim)
Protection against damp conditions. Dampness can cause illness and hypothermia
Protection from wildlife + vice versa.
Environmentally friendly/Sustainable
That are awaiting rescue
Safe and temporary shelter for heliskiers that are waiting for help.
Will not attract or disturb animals & nature when set up
Recyclable
Made from renewable resources
Robust materials (enabling better support and space i.e. steel or HDPE/PVC plastic)
Can be mistaken by animals which can put both (human and animal) in danger.
3750 kr at the max
Protection from harsh winds (won't tip over)
Weigh up to 2.5 kg per person when folded.