TEST OF SHELTERS, ACCORDION-TYPE, SMALL

Abstract

A small extendible, accordion-type shelter was tested to determine its ventilation and heating characteristics, effects on the human body, insectproofing capability, and suitability for use as a medical and dental field shelter. The test item, Shelter Extendible, Small, Accordion-Type, is fabricated from nylon and aluminum. When erected, it measures 8-ft high by 8 ft wide by 20 ft long and when contained in its carrying case, it measures approximately 8 ft by 13 in. by 28 in. and weighs 171 lbs. The item was erected and exposed for 10 months to the climatic conditions occurring at Camp Lejeune, NC.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1966
Accession Number
AD0481962

Entities

People

  • J. W. Turner Jr.

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Collective Protection
  • Combat Areas
  • Deficiencies
  • Elements
  • Forward Areas
  • Instructional Materials
  • Landing Forces
  • Marine Corps
  • Materials
  • Medical Personnel
  • Navy
  • North Carolina
  • Shelters
  • Space Heaters
  • Standards
  • Ventilation
  • Warfare

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  • Aerial Delivery - Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Materials Science
  • Nuclear Civil Defense.