Low-Temperature Handwear with Improved Dexterity.

Abstract

Navy Clothing and Textile Research Facility (NCTRF) conducted tests of second generation models of experimental prototypes which proved superior to the Navy standard in all dexterities and equal in low-temperature environments (-40 F for 2 hours). The best candidate prototype (Type IV, Mod 3) was selected and a limited number were constructed for field tests at various Alaskan military sites. Test subjects, engaged in a variety of duties involving manual dexterity, rated the experimental glove (Type IV, Mod 3) superior to the standard Navy handwear in all dexterities but less protective at -40 F for extended periods of time (4 hours). A single drawback was that the experimental glove, utilizing a polyurethane foam liner, absorbed excessive moisture (perspiration and melting snow), thus representing a potentially serious hazard. Changes were made to incorporate a moisture barrier lining (Mod 4) and NCTRF conducted in-house tests to ascertain the effect on both low-temperature and manipulatory capabilities. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA037535

Entities

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  • Dale A. Reins
  • James C. Shampine
  • Salvatore V. Gianola

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Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Clothing
  • Composite Materials
  • Construction
  • Fabrication
  • Field Tests
  • Insulation
  • Linings
  • Low Temperature
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Processing
  • Polyurethanes
  • Research Facilities
  • Resistance
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Textiles
  • Thermal Insulation

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