The Air Force Civil Engineering Support Agency in conjunction with the Air Force Research Lab is exploring modifications the Joint Firefighter Integrated Response Ensemble (JFIRE) for firefighters. The JFIRE consists of the Joint Services Integrated Suit Technology chemical protective suit, helmet, gloves, boots, proximity jacket/trousers and self-contained breathing apparatus. This work focused on a comparison of commercial off the shelf helmet and boots that could be used in the ensemble. A...
Topics: DTIC Archive, FIRE SCIENCE SOLUTIONS LLC COLORADO SPRINGS CO, *FIRE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, BOOTS,...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Kidwell, A. S., CONNECTICUT HARD RUBBER CO NEW HAVEN, *FIRE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING,...
Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom have resulted in severe burns to the hands. Because of the frequency and severity of hand burns, an All Army Activity (ALARACT) message was distributed emphasizing the importance of hand protection (HP). Our purpose was to assess the effectiveness of the ALARACT in reducing the incidence and severity of hand burns. A retrospective review of the US Army Institute of Surgical Research Burn Registry for active duty personnel with hand burns 17 months...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Hedman, Travis L, ARMY INST OF SURGICAL RESEARCH FORT SAM HOUSTON TX, *HANDS,...
Studies were made on the influence of wearing flameproofed garments on the ability of men to work in hot environments. A commercial flameproofing, 'Banflame,' was evaluated from the standpoint of heat load and general acceptability to troops.
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH LAB FORT KNOX KY, *FIRE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, ACCEPTABILITY,...
The report contains reviews of a collection of ten papers on the problem of fire risks in oxygen-enriched environments.
Topics: DTIC Archive, FEDERAL FIRE COUNCIL WASHINGTON DC, *FIRES, OXYGEN, HYDROCARBONS, FIRE RESISTANT...
The report sets forth the conceptual design for a facility intended for development and evaluation of thermal protective clothing in a reproducible fuel fire environment. The methods developed relate thermal characteristics of fabrics to biomedical aspects of burn prevention. A number of bioengineering problems are identified, the resolution of which is expensive and time consuming. It is concluded that construction of the facility designed is technically feasible. Due to the magnitude and...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Albright, John D, ARMY AEROMEDICAL RESEARCH LAB FORT RUCKER AL, *TEST FACILITIES,...
The purpose of this final report is to highlight on the development and design of flame resistant uniforms such as Nomex brand uniforms and whether they provide greater protection from burns than Desert Camouflage Uniforms (DCUs). Assessments on the Nomex uniforms and DCUs have been made based on the research evaluations and tests conducted by government and industry. Various types of fabrics have also been evaluated to determine which provide insulating qualities that were most appropriate for...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Sellers, Ramon D, APPLIED RESEARCH ASSOCIATES INC TYNDALL AFB FL, *UNIFORMS, *FIRE...
Subsequent to the fire in the space environment simulator at Brooks Air Force Base on 31 January 1967 the Aerospace Medical Division developed fire extinguishing systems and protective clothing for use in oxygen enriched atmospheres. As this was a subject of intense general interest, it seemed appropriate to host a conference to describe and demonstrate these fire extinguishing systems and protective clothing. This document contains the proceedings of the conference which was held on 23 May...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AEROSPACE MEDICAL DIV BROOKS AFB TX, *SYMPOSIA, *FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, *FIRE SAFETY,...
In the first partial report (AD-657 224) on this project, the effects of wearing a type of flameproofed and gasproofed clothing designated therein as 'D' were presented. This garment although especially prepared for use in hot climates was found to impose a greater heat load than the standard herringbone twill outfit. The increased heat load was not apparent until the men worked in the more severe environments, simulating those that may be found in buttoned-up tanks (D.B. 120F., W.B. 88F.)...
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH LAB FORT KNOX KY, *FIRE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, ACCEPTABILITY,...
The purposes of the test were: (1) to evaluate the ease of field application of two flame retardant compounds to standard issue clothing; (2) to evaluate the qualities of treated garments (under anticipated extremes of humidity and temperature) with reference to comfort, irritation or dermatological reactions, undue failures of treated garments compared to untreated garments, and the possibility of perspiration or light rain leaching out the treatment; (3) to evaluate the amount of relative...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Ashe, W F, ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH LAB FORT KNOX KY, *FIRE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, ARMY...
The studies dealt with (1) the heat load imposed by the clothing, (2) the general acceptability of the clothing from the standpoint of its flexibility, porosity and comfort, and (3) possible toxic effects from the impregnite, both locally in the form of skin rashes and systemically in whatever manner they might be manifested. Of these, the question of the heat load of the clothing is particularly important to the Armored Command because in hot climates closed armored vehicles may develop...
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH LAB FORT KNOX KY, *FIRE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, ACCEPTABILITY,...
The Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) has developed the experimental Mod III Firefighters' Aluminized Crash-Rescue Fire-Proximity Hood, which improves upon the standard firefighters' aluminized hood (MIL-H- 29144). Reports from the firefighting community have indicated that the standard hood is not compatible with the current self-contained breathing apparatus. To allow for the self-contained breathing apparatus, a new aluminum frame with a greater front radius has been...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Winer, H. P., NAVY CLOTHING AND TEXTILE RESEARCH FACILITY NATICK MA, *FIRE PROTECTIVE...
The Navy Clothing and Textile Research Unit (NCTRU) has developed clothing and textile items for use in the fire-hazardous, oxygen-enriched atmospheres of divers' decompression chambers. Small-scale laboratory tests on the flame retardancy of materials in oxygen-enriched environments led to the selection of candidate materials offering a potential for use. Full-scale flammability tests were performed on items made from materials selected for further study. Analyses of all test results led to...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Higginbottom, George S, NAVY CLOTHING AND TEXTILE RESEARCH FACILITY NATICK MA, *FIRE...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
The Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) conducted a redesign study for the purpose of improving the standard aluminized firefighters' crash-rescue hood. Efforts were directed towards developing an adjustable facepiece visor assembly, which would permit unrestricted visibility, verbal communication, and the exchange of fresh air during standby situations. An adjustable configuration was conceived and initial samples of a comparable commercial type were fabricated and subjected to...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Andruk,Francis S, NAVY CLOTHING AND TEXTILE RESEARCH FACILITY NATICK MASS, *FIRE...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L. M., SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
This paper presents a continuation of projects spanning the last two years. In year one, the physical characteristics and medical effects of burns and Improvised Explosive Device, IED, blasts were investigated. In year two, the possible use of commercial intumescent materials with fabric was studied. The identified needs for research into the effect of undergarments on burn protection are focused in this study. Additionally, Thermal Protective Performance, TPP-(ISO 17492) and Air Permeability,...
Topics: DTIC Archive, MILITARY ACADEMY WEST POINT NY DEPT OF CIVIL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING,...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
The Coat and Trousers, Chemical Protective, Aircrew, Flame Resistant is a chemical protective and flame resistant duty uniform. The system incorporates both the fire retardancy of the CWU-27/P Coveralls (Coveralls, Flyer's, Men's, Summer, Fire-Resistant) and chemical/biological protection of the Battledress Overgarment (BDO) into a single integrated duty uniform. The Coat and Trousers, Chemical Protective, Aircrew, Flame Resistant reduces and minimizes weight and bulk; the system weighs...
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY NATICK RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING CENTER MA, *FIRE PROTECTIVE...
The flammability of hair and skin from white suckling pigs and from humans was studied in atmospheres ranging in oxygen concentration from 20.9% (air) to 100%. Neither pigskin nor human skin would support combustion in pure oxygen at 258 mm. Hg except in the presence of an artifact consisting of exposed subdermal fat and local depletion of heat sink capability. Although pig bristles and human hair burn rapidly in pure oxygen, differences observed in flame spread rates and burning times indicate...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Durfee, Robert L, ATLANTIC RESEARCH CORP ALEXANDRIA VA, *OXYGEN, *FIRES,...
The objective of this effort was to develop a garment to provide protection to flight attendants in proximity to cabin fires. Based on laboratory flame and heat flux tests garment materials were chosen. A prototype garment was fabricated, including a breathing system and hood. The garment was tested for donning and mobility in an aircraft cabin, and was subjected to a simulated cabin fire exposure that approximated the contract design conditions. (Author)
Topics: DTIC Archive, Rayfield,John F, ILC INDUSTRIES INC FREDERICA DEL, *FLIGHT CREWS, *AIRCRAFT FIRES,...
The Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) has developed a nonreflective, wettable, firefighters' proximity garment made from water-absorptive fibrous fabric assemblies in combination with a vapor barrier fabric and insulation liner. When wetted out, the garment affords heat protection equal to or greater than the highly reflective, aluminized material currently being used in garments worn by firefighters in close proximity JP-4 fuel fires. Laboratory investigation of comparative...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Kupferman,Zelig, NAVY CLOTHING AND TEXTILE RESEARCH FACILITY NATICK MASS, *FIRE...
Tests were performed on six different materials used for operator coveralls for pyrotechnic applications. Included in these materials were Nomex and 100% fire retardant cotton. Two types of tests were performed, thermal and static electricity discharge. In the thermal tests, samples of materials were instrumented with thermocouples and subjected to fires involving typical quantities of pyrotechnics. The electrical discharge consisted of charging material samples and measuring the time required...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Vargas, L M, SOUTHWEST RESEARCH INST SAN ANTONIO TX, *FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS,...
The study was carried out to determine (1) the heat load imposed by these two types of flameproofed garments and (2) the general acceptability of the clothing. The garments were worn by acclimatized subjects working in a hot environment simulating that which may be found in buttoned-up tanks (D.B. 120F. - 88F.).
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH LAB FORT KNOX KY, *FIRE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, ACCEPTABILITY,...
Visible components of fiber and dye degradation products were deposited on the surface of burned skin. A single layer of fabric with a 6.35 mm air gap between it and the skin deposited the greatest amount of FDP. The presence of an intervening cotton T-shirt decreased the amount of FDP deposited on the skin. We found no evidence that the FDP caused alterations in wound healing. (Author)
Topics: DTIC Archive, Knox,Francis S , III, ARMY AEROMEDICAL RESEARCH LAB FORT RUCKER ALA, *FIBERS, *DYES,...
An advanced thermal response data acquisition system has been custom designed and built by Natick to provide state-of-the-art collection and analysis of the extent of burns induced by both flames and thermal energy transport through clothing systems. Data can be recorded in a laboratory setting or sent for miles on a single coaxial cable, fiber optic cable or FM frequency. A total of 521 sensors (124 on each of four manikins and 25 variably located) provide a temperature-versus-time record of...
Topics: DTIC Archive, DeCristofano, Barry S, ARMY NATICK RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT AND ENGINEERING CENTER MA,...
The calcium salt of acrylic acid/nylon 6,6 graft polymer has been reported to show promise in flash-resistant fabrics. This report covers the initial phases of a systematic study of the preparation of the calcium form, and its characteristics in various aqueous solutions. The rate of sorption of calcium ion from solution was influenced primarily by changes in temperature, the desired value of 3.5 percent calcium being attained in 5 minutes at 100C, 9 minutes at 70C, and 64 minutes at 30C. A...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Healy, Edward M, ARMY NATICK LABS MA CLOTHING AND ORGANIC MATERIALS LAB, *SYNTHETIC...
The Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) contracted with Dynamic Corp., Rockville, Md., to develop a dual purpose firefighters glove for both crash-rescue and structural firefighting duties. This new re-designed glove eliminates the need for firefighters to maintain two distinct sets of handwear. This report contains information relating to design characteristics of the gloves, compiled test data of user evaluations, and overall conclusions. NCTRF has recommended that this new...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Pine, William, NAVY CLOTHING AND TEXTILE RESEARCH FACILITY NATICK MA, *GLOVES, *FIRE...
A waterproof barrier combined with heat stable stable 'spacers' creates the thermal insulating air buffer. Fire fighting suits with the new insulation system fullfill thermal protection according EN 366 and EN 367 and are successful in thermo-man test of DuPont. A controlled wear trial in a climatic chamber showed a higher physiological performance of the new system compared to traditional ones (GORE-TEX(registered) and leather with non woven insulation).
Topics: DTIC Archive, Nocker, Wolfgang, Seibert, Johann, GORE (W L) GMBH PUTZBRUNN (GERMANY), *TEXTILES,...
A varing assortment of clothing assemblies was tested in the Fuel Fire Test Facility at the Naval Air Development Center. Included was a Nomex-Kevlar Cloque Coverall which had relatively good protection from fuel flames.
Topics: DTIC Archive, Kydd, George, NAVAL AIR DEVELOPMENT CENTER WARMINSTER PA AIRCRAFT AND CREW SYSTEMS...
The bibliography contains unclassified and unlimited citations. Discussed are protective clothing such as fire protective clothing, flight clothing, gasproof clothing, underwater clothing, pressure suits, and exposure suits. It also includes pertinent information on stress physiological, psychological and biological aspects of human performance in the use of protective clothing in actual test.
Topics: DTIC Archive, DEFENSE DOCUMENTATION CENTER ALEXANDRIAVA, *BIBLIOGRAPHIES, *PROTECTIVE CLOTHING,...
Understanding the impact of heat strain on the performance of naval personnel has important application to shipboard fire-suppression activities. Firefighting is associated with heat strain as demonstrated by large increases in skin and core temperatures and near maximal heart rates (Duncan et al., 1979; Romet and Frim, 1987; Bennett et al., 1992). These responses can attributed to body heat production caused by wearing 30 to 40 pounds of personnel protection equipment, the physical effort...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Bennett, B L, NAVAL HEALTH RESEARCH CENTER SAN DIEGO CA, *PERFORMANCE(HUMAN), *FIRE...
The objective of this series of tests was to determine the best combination of protective clothing (utilizing 'Nomex' material) that would afford the line worker optimum protection against incident conditions. The data was recorded and developed for a period of time up to fourteen seconds. The first three to five seconds, however, are the most critical.
Topics: DTIC Archive, MORTON THIOKOL INC MARSHALL TX LONGHORN DIV, *NYLON, *FIRE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, *FIRE...
The validity of current experimental methods of evaluating fire retardant clothing is discussed. Two heat resistant, synthetic materials, Nomex and PBI are compared in terms of their physiologic protective capabilities. Results show that PBI is superior to Nomex. PBI does not ignite during a 3- second simulated post-crash fire exposure whereas Nomex does, thus it provides a physical buffer between the flame and the skin. Laboratory testing with a skin simulant also shows PBI affords better...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Veghte, James H, AIR FORCE AEROSPACE MEDICAL RESEARCH LAB WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH,...
Candidate flight suit fabrics have been evaluated along with current Air Force issue flight suit fabrics for personnel protection in simulated aircraft accident fires. Mannequins clothed in the various coverall fabrics were examined for average percent body area burned where second degree or worse burns occurred. Use of cotton and fire retardant treated cotton flight suits resulted in an average of greater than 60 percent body area burned. Nomex coveralls resulted in greater than 30 percent...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Schulman, Stanley, AIR FORCE MATERIALS LAB WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH, *HEAT RESISTANT...
Three anti-exposure suits fabricated of Nomex and PTFE when exposed to a fuel fire of JP-4 for seconds, did not burn, on self-extinguished returning a protective barrier to the potential wearer.
Topics: DTIC Archive, Kydd, George H., NAVAL AIR DEVELOPMENT CENTER WARMINSTERPA AIRCRAFT AND CREW SYSTEMS...
The Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility evaluated potential commercially available fire retardant (FR) candidate replacement fabrics for the Navy's 65/35 polyester/cotton poplin khaki shirt and twill trouser fabrics, for application in all officer and Chief Petty Officer (CPO) khaki shipboard work uniforms. Based upon user preference, durability and flame protection data, the recommended flame resistant working uniform for officers and CPO's is the inherently FR 55/45 Fibrous Flame...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Cooper, Michelle H., NAVY CLOTHING AND TEXTILE RESEARCH FACILITY NATICK MA, *TEST AND...
The objective was to verify calibration data of the Standard Quartz Lamp Tester used in Military Specification MIL-C-29143 for testing of the 'Reflectivity after Abrasion' of aluminized fabrics for the Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF). A reduced heat flux was recommended by the Aircraft Ground fire Suppression and Rescue Office in their report, 'Aircraft Firefighter's Protective Proximity Clothing' dated August 1975. The report concluded that the heat flux should be reduced...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Piergallini,J R, NAVAL AIR DEVELOPMENT CENTER WARMINSTER PA AIRCRAFT AND CREW SYSTEMS...
Research was conducted to develop chambray, and 2/1-twill, work- uniform fabrics that could be adequately treated for fire retardancy and durable press, and still retain acceptable strength properties. Past attempts in combining the two finishes had resulted in a problem of substantial decreases in both the breaking and tearing strengths of 100% cotton fabrics. The problem was particularly acute in the filling direction. In an effect to overcome the problem, fabrics were designed and woven...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Ruppenicker, George F, SOUTHERN REGIONAL RESEARCH LAB NEW ORLEANS LA, *FIRE...
The purpose of this paper is to provide deploying Soldiers information and answer questions on the new Flame-Resistant Army Combat Uniform (FR ACU).
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY CENTER FOR HEALTH PROMOTION AND PREVENTIVE MEDICINE ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD,...
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a cool vest (CV) to reduce heat strain during exercise, facilitate recovery, and minimize heat strain during subsequent return to exercise and heat exposure. Male volunteers (n=12) were monitored for heart rate (HR), and rectal (Tre), chest (Tch), arm (Tar), thigh (Tth) and calf (Tca) temperatures during randomly ordered no vest (NV) and cool vest (CV) tests. CV was worn over cotton work clothes and under firefighting ensemble (FFE)...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Ramirez, L. R., NAVAL HEALTH RESEARCH CENTER SAN DIEGO CA, *PERFORMANCE(HUMAN), *FIRE...
The Navy Clothing & Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) developed a lightweight, knitted, aluminized Kevlar fabric for fabrication of new fire proximity crash-rescue suits, which provided greater flexibility and comfort to the firefighter in performing his or her duties. The standard suit, fabricated of 100% woven Kevlar, was heavier, stiffer, and much more difficult to move in than the new proximity suit. The new aluminized proximity Kevlar knit crash- rescue (APCR) coat/trouser ensemble...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Pine, M W, NAVY CLOTHING AND TEXTILE RESEARCH FACILITY NATICK MA, *NAVAL EQUIPMENT,...
Topics: DTIC Archive, STOLL, ALICE M, NAVAL AIR DEVELOPMENT CENTER WARMINSTER PA AVIATION MEDICAL...
