| abstract |
A novel inflation device and method for inflating an inflatable article is described. The inflation device includes two compartments, one containing a gas generant and another containing an activator. When mixed, the gas generant and activator generate gas in situ. The device may further include an activator coupled to both compartments, and upon activation may provide for mixing between the two agents. The hose assembly of the inflator transports the generated gas to an inflatable article such as a flat tire. |