Source One Tactical Infrared Resistant Uniform Repair Patch Kit (Army)
Abstract
This project has provided the Army with a means of increasing the reliability and durability of the Fire Resistant Army Combat Uniform (FR ACU) and other Army uniform ensembles. Since the Department of Defense has put emphasis on durability and reliability of uniforms, the product office has made considerable advancements in extending the wear life of uniforms, but rips and tears will occur with consumable uniform products. The materials solution has provided abrasion resistance, strength, and durability to achieve a 120 day threshold operational durability. The Integrated Patch kit (IPK) has been developed to meet the key performance parameters (KPP) of Reliability and Durability for combat uniforms. The IPK is designed to be fire resistant and infrared compatible with the base uniform. The patch has been tailored to size and the pressure-sensitive adhesive is designed to be easily applied to the uniform with little effort while extending the wear life up to an objective of 180 days. The primary outputs and efficiencies: Increased durability and wear life of the combat uniform, integration into other combat uniforms, maintaining the integrity of the fire resistant ensemble. RDT&E cost avoidance is estimated at $ 1.300 million. The current cost of the FR ACU is $162.00 dollars per uniform set; the IPK has extended the wear life of a uniform by 33-50 percent.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 2af703ecaf94c850e19a5e4d202ca48b