System Test Results of the Advanced Technology Anti-G Suit (ATAGS)
Abstract
Previous centrifuge and flight testing have shown that the ATAGS offers superior G endurance protection even when operated at lower pressures than the standard anti-G suit. All of the previous ATAGS testing was done, however, using human test subjects for the purpose of evaluating G protection. The purpose of the parametric tests was to provide basic system data such as volumes, fill rates and pressure differentials for the ATAGS. In order to allow direct comparison with data taken previously on the AF standard anti-G suit (CSU- 13A/P), these tests were based on procedures detailed in SAM-TR-78-12, Engineering Test, and Evaluation During High G, VOL III: Anti-G Suits. ATAGS volumes were measured using pressure change during expansion from a known volume. The volumes of several suit sizes were taken, both with the suit unmounted and mounted on a mannequin to a proper fit. Total flow was measured with a flowmeter in the main fill hose. Differential pressure in various parts of the suit during rapid fin was measured at test points located on both sides of the abdominal bladder, on each thigh, and at the bottom of each leg. Preliminary data from these tests are presented. Anti-G, Anti-G suit, G endurance, G suit, G tolerance, G-Induced Loss of Consciousness
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Nov 01, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA271535
Entities
People
- Grady L. Ripley
- John H. Olhausen
- Larry J. Meeker
Organizations
- Armstrong Laboratory