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Marine Pyrotechnics

A lifeboat or life raft is a small boat that is carried in a ship and is used for evacuation in case of any emergency. It is one of the most important lives saving equipment for any endangerment in the sea. First used to rescue the people on sinking PS Normandy. Further, Maria Beasley patented an improved life raft in both England and the United States. During the 20 th century with the increase in the size of ships, more people could travel but there was no change in the number of lifeboats. It was after the Titanic incident that the number of lifeboats was increased such that would be sufficient for people on board. After that, there were a lot more improvements in the lifeboats for the proper safety in case of any emergency. There are different types of lifeboats/ life rafts available for saving lives at the time of endanger: Open Lifeboats: These are the ones with no roof, therefore considered the least safe. There is no safety available from the indifferent weather condi...