Service Test of Flare, Surface, Parachute, XM183 (Battlefield Illumination System).

Abstract

Service Test of the Battlefield Illumination System was conducted to determine the suitability of the Battlefield Illumination System for US Army use in a variety of test conditions under simulated field and tactical use. USAIB concludes that the Battlefield Illumination System (Flare, Surface, Parachute, XM183) is capable of providing sufficient illumination to detect targets at a range of 200 meters; is simple to maintain, emplace, and operate and is portable.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1969
Accession Number
AD0860514

Entities

People

  • Charles E. Steuer

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Battlefields
  • Illumination
  • Parachutes

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