Human Factors Evaluation of the Modular Lightweight Load-Carrying Equipment (MOLLE) System

Abstract

In March 1994, the Training and Doctrine Command System Manager for the Soldier, the Program Manager Soldier, and the U.S. Marine Corps Systems Command issued a joint call for a front end analysis (FEA) to determine the best design for a load-bearing system for soldiers and marines. The FEA was used in drafting a new user requirements document and initiating the development of a modular load-carrying system which ultimately became known as the Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment (MOLLE). This report presents a summary of the FEA survey and the results from a series of human factors evaluation tests conducted during early MOLLE development. Test methodology and results are presented along with evaluation of the design features of load-bearing equipment important to infantrymen and their missions. This is followed by a discussion of lessons learned in the development of the system.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 2001
Accession Number
ADA393792

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  • James B. Sampson

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  • Human Systems

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  • Army Rangers
  • Army Training
  • Body Armor
  • Doctrine
  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Lessons Learned
  • Lightweight
  • Marine Corps
  • Prototypes
  • Release Mechanisms
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Surveys
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Methods
  • Training
  • United States

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