Evaluation of the Constant Partial Pressure Oxygen Underwater Breathing Apparatus

Abstract

The object of this test is to evaluate and determine the potentialities of the constant partial pressure self-contained oxygen underwater breathing apparatus (Marion Device) submitted by the Old Dominion Research and Development Corporation, Erion, Virginia. The tests have been conducted in such a manner that the following performance data could be recorded: (a) Analysis of gas, and fluctuation of analysis from the normal. (b) Reliability of the analyzer and of the control valve. (c) Endurance of the unit. (d) General comfort and performance of the underwater breathing apparatus.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1952
Accession Number
ADA037023

Entities

People

  • G. L. Waite
  • H. N. Snider
  • J. K. Coates
  • W. Welham

Organizations

  • United States Navy Experimental Diving Unit

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Air Supplies
  • Breathing Apparatus
  • Calibration
  • Canisters
  • Carbon Dioxide
  • Contractors
  • Divers
  • Flow
  • Flow Rate
  • Gas Flow
  • Gas Meters
  • Light Sources
  • Measurement
  • Partial Pressure
  • Regulators
  • Underwater Breathing Apparatus

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