Physiological Episodes
Abstract
Proj 9099 PHYSIOLOGICAL EPISODES: Physiological Episodes includes Physiological Monitoring (PhysMon) and Helmet Mask Regulator (HMR). PhysMon: This program provides funding to assure pilot performance integrity by developing and fielding a system that monitors pilot physiological parameters and warns of state of health or performance degradation that may result in loss of consciousness or the ability to safely conduct flight. There are several solutions undergoing evaluation. HMR: An improved helmet mask/regulator system is required to mitigate PE. This program determines what improvements are needed and develops the material solution. Through RCCA, it has been determined that measuring the gas contents and pressure within the oxygen mask is a key part to understanding a sub-set of physiological conditions of Naval Aviators in flight. The integration of a single piece of hardware containing an oxygen sensor, a carbon dioxide sensor, and a mask pressure sensor into the Navy's existing MBU-23 oxygen mask assembly to collect data will inform a helmet mask/regulator system redesign, and improvements covered under this issue. The closeout of RCCA action items is paramount to the Naval Aviation Enterprise's efforts in mitigating PE, restoring confidence in the aircraft, and most importantly, keeping our USN and USMC aircrew safe.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- 9099_0604264N_5_1319_PB_2024
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