Field Evaluation of Modified Submarine Rescue and Escape Suits

Abstract

The study evaluates models of the two-piece submarine rescue and escape suits which have incorporated seven alterations recommended on the basis of previous field trials. For submarine rescue and escape, the garment considered more satisfactory is the two-piece suit of two-way stretch material dye International Orange, fitted with a neck gasket, head straps and two relief valves, one at the back of the head and one between the shoulders.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 09, 1956
Accession Number
AD0663886

Entities

People

  • John H. Schulte

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Temperature
  • Biomedical Research
  • Body Regions
  • Clothing
  • Cold Water
  • Exposure Suits
  • Fabrics
  • Gaskets
  • Life Jackets
  • Materials
  • Medical Personnel
  • Relief Valves
  • Submarine Escape
  • Submarines
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Valves
  • Water

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