Development of an Integrated, Lightweight Combat Boot. Phase 1

Abstract

This report describes the development of an integrated, lightweight, waterproof, flame-resistant combat boot suitable for all-season wear in temperate climates. This boot, designated Model SBN-88, also includes a puncture resistant, mud shedding traction sole and a detachable chemical threat resistant bootie. This boot was developed under Phase I of the Small Business Innovation Research program and the report lists the objectives that were met and describes the future design changes needed to meet the objectives that were not met. Keywords: Fire resistant materials, Temperate regions, Weight reduction, Skid resistance, Waterproofing, Lightweight, Footwear, Warfare, Insulation, Protective clothing.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA204149

Entities

People

  • Horace Auberry

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Chemical Warfare Agents
  • Chemistry
  • Commerce
  • Dielectric Gases
  • Fibers
  • Manufacturing
  • Material Degradation Processes
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Performance Tests
  • Physical Properties
  • Protective Clothing
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Textiles

Readers

  • Materials Science
  • Pavement Materials Engineering.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics