Development of Heat-Sealable Sewing Thread - Phase I

Abstract

Developmental CP fabrics contain a waterproof breathable membrane (Gore-Tex)(Registered) barrier which is laminated to the underside of an outer shell fabric. This barrier provides liquid water resistance and some degree of agent resistance. During sewing this barrier becomes perforated, inviting penetration by liquid and vaporous agents, thereby posing a severe hazard to the soldier. This problem is presently handled by using a hot melt tape to seal the thread bundles and holes generated by sewing. The purpose of this program was to screen and evaluate hot melt coatings for thread which could heat-seal the holes made during sewing. Commercially available hot melt coatings investigated included: polyesters, polyamides, polyurethanes, vinyls, and ethylene copolymers.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA358544

Entities

People

  • C. Mowrey
  • J. Labis
  • R. White

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Cyber
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acrylic Acid
  • Adhesives
  • Alkenes
  • Chemistry
  • Chlorides
  • Copolymers
  • Ethylenes
  • Fabrics
  • Films
  • Friction
  • Hydrostatic Pressure
  • Insensitive Explosives
  • Materials
  • Peel Strength
  • Pilot Plants
  • Resistance
  • Test Methods

Readers

  • Materials Science
  • Polymer Science and Engineering.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics