Physical Protection: the State of the Art
Abstract
The study gives an overview of the current state of the art in physical protection. Protection provided to personnel by protective barriers in a military NBC-environment is considered. This covers respiratory protection, skin protection and collective protection. Air purification forms a base for the three aspects of protection. The most used current technologies and equipment types are mentioned and explained. Current problems and short-comings are mentioned and explained in the light of the modem threat and current operational use. Promising technologies that may solve these shortcomings in the nearby future are described and explained. Developments within NATO regarding doctrine and requirements are incorporated as well as the most recent developments of technology by companies. Alternative sorption technologies and improved filtration are considered to be of importance for the coming years, as well as new lightweight materials, active materials and improved, modular or integrated design with lesser physiological burden for the user. The study will provide a guideline regarding technology and equipment development in the field of military CB-defense for the next decade.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA449846
Entities
People
- G. M. Swenker
- I. L. Tuinman
- M. J. Linders
- S. Van Der Gijp
- T. Van Houwelingen
Organizations
- Prins Maurits Laboratorium TNO