The Personal Monitor and Communicator: An Electronic Dogtag.
Abstract
This system is being developed to enhance the military's ability to more efficiently deploy medical assistance to casualties on the battlefield. Included in the system are miniature sensors on the soldiers, incorporated into a wristband, Figure 1, and a central control and decision station which probably be located at the Battalion Aid Station (BAS), Figure 2. Information displayed at the central station would enable a medic to determine the soldier's status. That is, 1) not injured; 2) wounded but stable, and doesn't require immediate evacuation; 3) wounded and needing immediate evacuation; 4) probably not going to survive; or 5) dead. In fact, this system permits remote triage in the battlefield. Efficient resource allocation to the most needy and rapid determination of troop strength are important features for command headquarters. We have demonstrated system feasibility and achieved all objectives for the first year.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADA176736
Entities
People
- J. D. Bourland
- K. S. Foster
- L. A. Geddes
- W. A. Tacker Jr.
Organizations
- Purdue University