This is a monthly publication presenting brief articles concerning recent developments in European Scientific Research. It is hoped that these articles (which do not constitute part of the Scientific Literature) may prove of value to American scientists by calling attention to current developments and to institutions and individuals engaged in these scientific efforts. The articles are written primarily by members of the staff of ONRL and occasionally articles are prepared by, or in cooperation...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Richards,F A, OFFICE OF NAVAL RESEARCH LONDON (ENGLAND), *ABSTRACTS, *SCIENTIFIC...
A hybrid neuromechanical ambulatory assist system is being developed for walking after lower extremity paralysis that combines the stability and constraints of a novel hydraulic exoskeletal system with the mobility powered by the individual's own paralyzed muscles contracting via functional electrical stimulation. A mobile computing platform is designed to provide real-time closed-loop control using brace mounted sensors to deliver the stimulation needed to stand up and walk while coordinating...
Topics: DTIC Archive, CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIV CLEVELAND OH, *EXOSKELETON, *MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, *WALKING,...
The effects of MOPP IV configuration and the M17A1 face mask and two water delivery systems (CURRENT and FIST-FLEX type) on voluntary dehydration and fluid-electrolyte balance were evaluated. Fifteen male subjects walked on a treadmill set on a flat grade at a rate of 4.02 km/hr for 50 min of each hr for up to 6 hrs. The effects of the two water delivery systems on fluid balance and temperature regulation was assessed through measures of fluid intake, body weight changes, heart rate, rectal and...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Szlyk, Patricia C, ARMY RESEARCH INST OF ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE NATICK MA,...
The proposed action, and subject of this Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS), is continuation of the Biological Defense Research Program (BDRP). The BDRP is a research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E) program conducted by the Department of Defense (DoD), with the Department of the Army (DA) serving as the executive agent. This FEIS addresses the ongoing program and provides a basis for evaluating future BDRP activities. The objectives of the BDRP are to develop measures for...
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY MEDICAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMMAND FORT DETRICK MD, *DEFENSE SYSTEMS,...
On 1 October 2003 the USAF transferred control of its CONUS-based combat search and rescue (CSAR) assets from Air Combat Command to Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). Transfer to AFSOC was CSAR's fourth major reorganization in twenty years, and was the latest in a turbulent procession of attempts to improve the combat effectiveness of CSAR forces. Despite possessing an abundance of brave, motivated, and extremely capable personnel yearning to accomplish their mission, dysfunctional...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Cline, John D, NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA, *COMBAT EFFECTIVENESS, *AIR...
This report documents the research study conducted on the analytical evaluation of magneto-rheological (MR) dampers for enhanced occupant protection during vertical crash landings of a helicopter. The current state-of-the-art helicopter crew seat has passive safety mechanisms that are highly limited in their capability to optimally adapt to each type of crash scenario due to variations in both occupant weight and crash severity level. While passive crash energy absorbers work well for a single...
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY RESEARCH LAB ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY DIRECTORATE,...
Topics: DTIC Archive, OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF STAFF (AIR FORCE) WASHINGTON DC, *OPERATIONAL READINESS, *AIR...
Budget estimating relationships BERs for flying depot-level reparables DLRs explain the direct effect of specified variables on obligated funds associated with spare parts that directly support the U.S. Air Force USAF Flying Hour Program. In FY02, net sales of DLRs to Air Force commands hit historic highs. To provide the Air Force Cost Analysis Improvement Group with a tool to better understand the commands-- budgetary submissions, we develop several explanatory BERs to understand why flying...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Hildebrandt, Gregory G, RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CA, *MILITARY AIRCRAFT, *AIRCRAFT...
The U.S. Navy should pursue a sea based AOC capability as an operationally significant concept that greatly enhances the Navy's position in joint operations. Achieving this capability would posture naval forces to more closely fulfill the requirement mandated by the National Military Strategy to conduct military operations that dominate the full spectrum of conflict. Though previously limited by technological constraints, undeniable trends across military transformation efforts point to its...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Albea, Leopoldo, NAVAL WAR COLL NEWPORT RI JOINT MILITARY OPERATIONS DEPT, *NAVAL...
Public Law 111-84, The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010, (NDAA 2010), October 28, 2009, section 2835, designates the Inspector General of the Department of Defense as the chairperson of the Interagency Coordination Group (ICG) of Inspectors General for Guam Realignment. The chairperson is required to provide an annual report to the congressional defense committees, the Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of the Interior on the activities of the ICG and the programs...
Topics: DTIC Archive, OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL (DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE) ARLINGTON VA, *GUAM,...
Topics: DTIC Archive, NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU (ARMY) ARLINGTON VA, *NATIONAL GUARD, *POSTURE(GENERAL), ARMY...
In view of the Soviet Union's growing interest in the Middle East-Persian Gulf area, NATO's Southern Region, neglected for over 30 years, is rapidly becoming a chief area of concern, second only to the Central Region. And yet, its defensive capability is no match for the Soviet-Warsaw Pact threat. Turkey, although the most strategically important member in the Southern Flank, is the weakest. The USAF rotational fighter squadron at Incirlik can be utilized immediately and cost effectively, to...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Porter, Samuel E, NATIONAL WAR COLL WASHINGTON DC, *MILITARY OPERATIONS, *NATO, *AIR...
Following the end of the Cold War, the United States became the world's sole superpower. With this status came an unchecked and impressive global force posture. While the United States dramatically cut the number of personnel in Western Europe, it remains fully engaged throughout the world and has personnel deployed or stationed in over 150 countries. These personnel and facilities ostensibly exist to help the U.S. support its vital national interests. While the United States wished to draw...
Topics: DTIC Archive, NATIONAL DEFENSE UNIV NORFOLK VA JOINT FORCES STAFF COLLEGE, *GLOBAL, *MILITARY...
This paper is a study of ways to improve NATO's militaryposture. It is based on a search of unclassified literature regarding NATO strategy, concepts, and forces, as compared with similar information regarding the Soviet Union and Warsaw Pact. Several NATO weaknesses are identified. Recommendations to improve NATO's military posture include abandoning the concept of defending every square foot of NATO territory, deemphasizing the potential use of nuclear weapons, making more effective use of...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Diaz,A M, ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA, *NATO, *MILITARY STRATEGY, MILITARY...
Military commanders are concerned about the impact chemical agents may have on operations. This is especially apparent in night reconnaissance operations which frequently require soldiers to wear mission oriented protective posture, level IV (MOPPIV) for the duration of the mission because of uncertainty about the location of chemical hazards. To evaluate this situation and provide a quantitative estimate of the degradation in performance, eight reconnaissance tasks were performed in a field...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Wick, Charles H, ARMY BALLISTIC RESEARCH LAB ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD, *NIGHT...
In its December 2001 Nuclear Posture Review, the Bush administration described its plan for transforming the roles and structure of U.S. nuclear forces to meet the realities of the 21st century. The updated posture laid out plans to reduce U.S. reliance on nuclear weapons by building up conventional strike capabilities, missile defenses, and a more responsive and robust defense infrastructure. To be effective, however, this new posture highlighted several key areas that need to be addressed....
Topics: DTIC Archive, Mays, Galen W, ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA, *NUCLEAR FORCES(MILITARY), NUCLEAR...
This thesis describes and analyzes a possible deployment posture for the Soviet ballistic missile submarine force. It examines the proposition that the Soviet Navy will establish a point defense, labeled Close Aboard Bastions (CABs), for it ballistic missile submarine fleet within the Soviet claimed 12 nautical mile territorial sea. This is a logical derivation of the currently widely held view that the Soviet will establish derivation of currently widely held view that the Soviets will...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Kreitler, Walter M, NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA, *UNDERSEA WARFARE,...
As part of its FY87 independent research and development program, the Logistics Management Institute (LMI) examined the logistics implications of a new maneuver-oriented operational concept- Airland Battle - being adopted by the U.S. Army. LMI undertook this study for three reasons. First, even though more than 5 years have passed since AirLand Battle was promulgated as formal Army doctrine, misperceptions and uncertainties about its execution still exist. Second, neither the Army nor the...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Nauta, Frans, LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT INST BETHESDA MD, *NATO, *MILITARY DOCTRINE,...
The Canadian government's historical fiscal and strategic Defense choices and current fiscal projections for the near term, the present-day and future threats to Canadian sovereignty, and the current Defense posture pose a unique challenge for the Canadian Forces (CF). This paper argues that the CF would be better postured to meet current and future strategic requirements while still meeting Canadian foreign policy objectives by replacing the conventional land forces (Army) with lightly...
Topics: DTIC Archive, MARINE CORPS UNIV QUANTICO VA SCHOOL OF ADVANCED WARFIGHTING (SAW), *SPECIAL...
This thesis examines the problems confronting the decision-makers today as they are forced to make tough budgetary decisions affecting the U.S. national security posture. Due to the dramatic changes occurring throughout the world, particularly in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union, there is growing pressure upon Congress to reduce defense expenditures and realize a 'peace dividend'. The danger to U.S. national security lies not within the cuts themselves, but rather, within arbitrary budget...
Topics: DTIC Archive, McCaleb, Clyde J , III, NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA, *USSR, DEPARTMENT OF...
It has become a well-documented fact, the United States' economic Center of Gravity has shifted from Europe to the Pacific. The emergence of Japan as an economic superpower, closely followed by the Republic of Korea, Taiwan, the Peoples Republic of China and the growing importance of other ASEAN nations - Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Australia and New Zealand - should cause the United States to evaluate its strategic posture in light of the changing circumstances affecting its vital...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Hepler, John F, ARMY COMMAND AND GENERAL STAFF COLL FORT LEAVENWORTH KS SCHOOL OF...
The nature, scope, and viability of the strategic relationship between the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the United States have emerged as leading security policy issues. Among the many reasons for this are: China's evidently growing defense budget and its military modernization campaign; its often threatening rhetoric over Taiwan, its reputed espionage activities, and disputes over collateral security issues, such as China's continuing proliferation of weapons of mass destruction....
Topics: DTIC Archive, Ellis, Jason D, NATIONAL DEFENSE UNIV WASHINGTON DC INST FOR NATIONAL STRATEGIC...
Since its inception in 1947, the United States Air Force (USAF) has faced many challenges. Similar to all organizations, it has been shaped by the context of the world around it. Emerging threats, technological advances, shifting political priorities, and varying degrees of economic prosperity all combined to create a dynamic and challenging environment for the USAF. Through it all, however, the USAF has proven to be a pillar of national security. When called on in wars past, the USAF has...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Burgh,Steven C, Air War College Air University Maxwell AFB United States, air force,...
Readiness is a major element in Navy Medicine with medical treatment facilities possessing unique operational missions. Naval Hospital, Jacksonville, Florida (NHJAX) recently became the ready Fleet Hospital for the East Coast. Additionally, NHJAX is responsible for having a Medical Augmentation Team ready to assist the USS NASSAU (LHA-4) during operational commitments and contingencies. Assignment to these platforms, as well as other deployment requirements, have the NHJAX staff focusing on...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Wessel, Philip K, NAVAL HOSPITAL JACKSONVILLE FL, *NAVAL PERSONNEL, *OPERATIONAL...
In its ongoing global realignment of U.S. forces and installations, the Department of Defense (DOD) plans to reduce the number of troops permanently stationed overseas, consolidate overseas bases, and establish a network of smaller forward locations with limited personnel. Realigning the U.S. overseas posture involves closing obsolete and redundant bases, constructing new facilities costing billions of dollars, and ensuring that other needed infrastructure is in place to support realigned...
Topics: DTIC Archive, GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE WASHINGTON DC, *MILITARY FORCES(UNITED STATES),...
The current U.S. global defense posture that is, the location and primary operational orientation of the nation s military personnel and the military facilities that its troops have access to is under increasing pressure from a number of sources, including budgetary constraints, precision-guided weapons that reduce the survivability of forward bases, and host-nation opposition to a U.S. military presence. These debates over the shape of the U.S. overseas military presence are not without...
Topics: DTIC Archive, RAND PROJECT AIR FORCE SANTA MONICA CA, *MILITARY FORCES(UNITED STATES), *MILITARY...
One of the goals of the Society of Automotive Engineers Human Modeling Subcommittee has been to link models of human processes with anthropometric (human body) models. This requires conveying actions such as climb, lift or operate, and it requires a method to convey the state of the virtual world. This paper describes a possible standard protocol to query figure models for information such as the human's posture, clothing worn or an object's location. This protocol was derived from user...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Ianni, John D, AIR FORCE RESEARCH LAB WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH, *MATHEMATICAL MODELS,...
While the pace and overall extent of reposturing in Iraq has yet to be determined, various defense commands began planning for reposturing in fall 2007, and in May 2008 DOD began coordinating these individual planning efforts to develop a logistical framework based on three key assumptions. According to DOD officials, initial planning efforts were uncoordinated because the three organizations undertaking them the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), the Army Materiel Command(AMC), and Headquarters,...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Solis, William M, GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE WASHINGTON DC, *MILITARY PLANNING,...
A hybrid neuromechanical ambulatory assist system is being developed for walking after lower extremity paralysis that combines the stability and constraints of a novel hydraulic exoskeletal system with the mobility powered by the individual's own paralyzed muscles contracting via functional electrical stimulation. A mobile computing platform is designed to provide real-time closed-loop control using brace mounted sensors to deliver the stimulation needed to stand up and to move the body forward...
Topics: DTIC Archive, CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIV CLEVELAND OH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, *EXOSKELETON, *HYDRAULICS,...
The purpose of this study was to examine the interaction between Air Force Systems Command (AFSC) and Air Force Logistics Command (AFLC) during the development, acquisition, and implementation of Class IV and Class V modifications. The topic was chosen for two reasons. The first is that modifications are becoming an increasingly important way to sustain and improve an effective United States defense posture. The second is that an interaction problem was perceived by the author during her tenure...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Bailey, Rosanne, AIR COMMAND AND STAFF COLL MAXWELL AFB AL, *AIR FORCE LOGISTICS...
Since 1775, the Army has set apart its NCOs from other enlisted Soldiers by distinctive insignia of grade. With more than 200 years of service, the U.S. Army's Noncommissioned Officer Corps has distinguished itself as the world's most accomplished group of military professionals. Historical and daily accounts of life as an NCO are exemplified by acts of courage, and a dedication and a willingness to do whatever it takes to complete the mission. NCOs have been celebrated for decorated service in...
Topics: DTIC Archive, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY WASHINGTON DC, *POSTURE(GENERAL), *NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICERS,...
The 2008 Guidance for Employment of Force calls for Combatant Commanders (COCOM's) to place significant emphasis on shaping the strategic environment within their area of responsibility by deterring major conflicts, precluding instability, enhancing governance or military capability of partner countries, and preparing for catastrophic events. The intent is that the COCOMs steady state activities will diffuse strategic problems before they arise or minimize the impact when problems do occur. The...
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA, *MILITARY OPERATIONS, *NATIONAL GUARD, MILITARY...
The 2004 National Military Strategy (NMS) directs a force sized to defend the homeland to deter forward in and from four regions and conduct two overlapping swift defeat campaigns. Even when committed to a number of lesser contingencies the force must be able to win decisively in one of the two campaigns. This 1-4-2-1 force sizing construct places a premium on increasing innovation and efficient methods to achieve objectives. The construct establishes mission parameters for the most demanding...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Henry, Samuel L, ARMY WAR COLL CARLISLE BARRACKS PA, *MILITARY STRATEGY, *NATIONAL...
Assessment is made regarding the possibilities for large-scale rationalization of NATO's defense posture as the only viable answer to the defense resource bind created by the rising cost of modern forces in a period of severely constrained defense budgets and manpower. Strict priorities and a NATO-monitored matrix approach are recommended and numerous specific options, especially in the following key areas are proposed: (1) initial ground/air defense against a WP blitzkrieg must get top...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Komer, R W, Bell, C F, Boyd, E W, McChrystal, H J, Schneider, R L, RAND CORP SANTA...
This report examines the need for establishing a single point of control, with appropriate authority, at the system/end item readiness command level to assure that the commands providing subsystems/supporting equipment are planning, programming, funding, and procuring consistent with the system/item manager's readiness requirements. To understand the problems inherent in maintaining a satisfactory readiness posture for a fielded system one must understand the problems associated with fielding a...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Martinko,Richard, LOGISTICS STUDIES OFFICE (ALMC) FORT LEE VA, *LOGISTICS SUPPORT,...
The U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center (NSRDEC) designed maxillofacial protection system prototypes to address the growing trend of facial injuries suffered by Soldiers deployed to theaters of war. These systems are designed to attach to existing helmet systems such as the Advanced Combat Helmet (ACH) or Crewman Vehicular Combat Helmet (CVCH), or are integrated within novel helmet system designs. Among the concerns for eventual utilization are compatibility...
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY RESEARCH LAB ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD HUMAN RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING...
Topics: DTIC Archive, ILLINOIS UNIV AT CHICAGO CIRCLE DEPT OF PHARMACOLOGY, *ANEMIAS, *DOSAGE, *RATS,...
While the fiscal year 2009 overseas master plans generally reflect recent changes in U.S. basing strategies and the challenges DOD faces in their implementation, as well as address most of our prior recommendations, DOD provided the plans to Congress in May 2008, 3 months after the February 2008 budget submission, even though both the Senate and conference reports accompanying the fiscal year 2004 military construction bill require DOD to issue the plans with the military construction budget...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Lepore, Brian J, GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE WASHINGTON DC, *DEFENSE SYSTEMS,...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Khalilzad, Zalmay, RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CA, *UNITED STATES, *INTERNATIONAL...
The purpose of this MBA Project was to recommend force development solutions in terms of capabilities to meet the United States Army's future utility helicopter requirements. The last thorough review of requirements for the utility helicopter feet of the future was constricted in 2000. This project focuses on changes that have occurred in the Army's since then, and the extent to which various alternative courses of action address those changes. The report begins by briefly considering changes...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Bentzel, Thomas F, NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS...
In this work, factors affecting the physiological cost of load carriage and models for the estimation of metabolic energy cost during load carriage were examined in detail. The dynamic biomechanical model (DBM), designed to analyse the effects of rucksack parameters on forces experienced by a pack wearer, was used to create a stand-alone interactive software tool. It was shown that tri-axial accelerations of the upper torso can be used in static and dynamic conditions to determine alterations...
Topics: DTIC Archive, QUEEN'S UNIV KINGSTON (ONTARIO) ERGONOMICS RESEARCH GROUP, *BIOMECHANICS,...
Data from a previous study of Soldier posture and position were analyzed to develop statistical models to define accommodation in squad seating positions in military ground vehicles. Using methods previously developed for automotive applications, new models were created for eye location, head (helmet) contour, and knee contour for Soldiers in fixed seats. The models are applicable to a range of seat height and seat back angle. All of the models include the effects of body armor and body borne...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Zerehsaz,Yaser, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN TRANSPORTATION INSTITUTE ANN ARBOR United...
This report presents information in 96 data fields on 24 World War II combat engagements in Europe and North Africa in which forced changes in combat posture occurred; 16 are regimental-level engagements and 8 divisional-level engagements. The data are derived from official US and German archival sources. Narratives for each engagement, plus a comprehensive list of sources used, are included. Keywords: Breakpoint, Combat posture change, Kasserine Pass, WW II, Anzio Beachhead, WW II, Normandy...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Anderson, Richard C, DATA MEMORY SYSTEMS INC FAIRFAX VA HERO DIV, *DATA BASES,...
Today the Soviets are confronted by changing conditions which impel them to alter their force structure. Purely military considerations, in particular the accelerating pace of technological change and the evolving battlefield environment, necessitate fundamental changes. For a decade the Soviets have gradually adjusted their force structure to accommodate these new realities, but today the existing force structure has evolved as far as it can. Clearly, new forms of forces are required which...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Glantz, David M, ARMY COMBINED ARMS CENTER FORT LEAVENWORTH KS SOVIET ARMY STUDIES...
In the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, policymakers and the American public demanded to know the causes that led to its nation's intelligence failures. The 9-11 Commission, along with the temporarily constituted Joint Intelligence Committees of the U.S. House and Senate, recommended a new head of national intelligence, with greater powers than its predecessor, the Director of Central Intelligence. Simultaneously, Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld successfully lobbied Congress to...
Topics: DTIC Archive, ARMY COMMAND AND GENERAL STAFF COLL FORT LEAVENWORTH KS, *MILITARY INTELLIGENCE,...
The study evaluated the heat strain experienced by seven soldiers exposed to heat stress while exercising in prototype and issue chemical protective (CP) garments in Mission Oriented Protective Posture (MOPP-1). The control garments were the issue Chemical Protective Undergarment (CPU) and Marine Saratoga Overgarment (CPO). The prototype (X) garments were lightweight CPO and CPUs. Testing consisted of 100 min exposures to thermoneutral (20C, 50% RH), desert (49C, 20% RH) and tropic (35C, 75%...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Santee, W R, ARMY RESEARCH INST OF ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE NATICK MA,...
In a RAND study that I led which is currently under review, my colleagues Mark Burles, Michael Chase, and Kevin Pollpeter analyzed Chinese military doctrinal writings that discuss how to defeat a militarily superior adversary such as the United States, and found in them at least eight strategic principles that have implications for U.S. force posture in the Pacific theater. The first such principle is seizing the initiative early in a conflict. For example, Chinese military analysts note that,...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Cliff, Roger, RAND CORP SANTA MONICA CA, *MILITARY FORCES(UNITED STATES), *POLITICAL...
This document is part of a long range Air Force plan to guide the implementation of robotic technology into the aerospace industrial base. It has long been recognized that the defense posture of the United States rests heavily on the ability of the industrial base to supply the state-of-the-art weapon systems to the military. Furthermore, the ability of the industrial base to supply sufficient quantities of crucial weapon systems in an emergency has recently been questioned. In response, the...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Brooks,Frederick C, DHR INC MCLEAN VA, *ROBOTICS, *AEROSPACE INDUSTRY, COST ANALYSIS,...
Security assistance helps friends and allies who need assistance to maintain a credible defense posture. Security assistance to NATO's Southern Region (Turkey, Greece, Portugal, and Spain) helps them maintain a credible self-defense, increases their contribution to NATO defense, and gives the US access to important air, naval, intelligence, and communication facilities. Despite its importance to NATO's Southern Region, the US Congress continues to reduce security assistance funding. This study...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Yankee, Marlon W, AIR COMMAND AND STAFF COLL MAXWELL AFB AL, *MILITARY ASSISTANCE,...
Sitting postures representative of a maximum erect, neutral and maximum slumped spinal curvature were defined by comparable anatomical pointmarks in three dimensional space. Nine, male, unembalmed cadavers were measured with a roentgen stereophotogrammetric system. The results describe thoracic and lumbar curvatures in three postures and the locations of specific landmarks representing the shoulder joint, spinal column, and hip joint in a three dimensional seat reference system. In addition to...
Topics: DTIC Archive, Reynolds, Herbert M., MICHIGAN STATE UNIV EAST LANSING DEPT OF BIOMECHANICS,...
