Performance of Nomex Military Uniforms in Attacks by Flame Field Expedient Weapons - A Literature Study

Abstract

The purpose of this final report is to highlight on the development and design of flame resistant uniforms such as Nomex brand uniforms and whether they provide greater protection from burns than Desert Camouflage Uniforms (DCUs). Assessments on the Nomex uniforms and DCUs have been made based on the research evaluations and tests conducted by government and industry. Various types of fabrics have also been evaluated to determine which provide insulating qualities that were most appropriate for thermal protection.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA464828

Entities

People

  • Ramon D. Sellers
  • Virgil J. Carr Jr.

Organizations

  • Applied Research Associates (United States)

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Research Laboratories
  • Burns
  • Clothing
  • Contracts
  • Department Of Defense
  • Fabrics
  • Fibers
  • Government Procurement
  • Governments
  • High Temperature
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Military Research
  • Test Facilities

Readers

  • Military History / Militaries and War Studies
  • Polymer Science and Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics