ENGINEERING TEST OF MEAL, UNCOOKED, 25-MAN
Abstract
An Engineering Test of Meal, Uncooked, 25-Man was conducted from 1 June 1965 - 24 June 1966 by USAGETA to determine the technical performance and safety characteristics of the meal and to determine its technical suitability for service test. Except for nine shortcomings discovered during testing, it was concluded that: the technical performance and design of the current 18 menus are considered satisfactory for their intended purpose; no safety hazards are involved in preparation and use of the meal, however, further evaluations should be conducted to determine the suitability of the meal for use as the sole diet over indefinite periods in excess of 30 days; and the meal is suitable for service testing. It was recommended that: the current 18 menus be considered suitable for service testing after as many possible of the nine shortcomings are corrected; action be initiated for developing 12 additional menus to complete the 30 menus as required by the Technical Characteristics; studies and evaluation be made of the 30 menus in conjunction with the Office of the Surgeon General to determine the monotony, variety, and physiological effects when consumed over a 1-year period as a sole diet; and the final prototype (30 menus) be returned to USAGETA for appropriate engineering/service testing.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1966
- Accession Number
- AD0804271
Entities
People
- Hunter H. Paschall