Technology Survey for Enhancement of Chemical Biological Radiological and Nuclear Respiratory Protection

Abstract

A technology survey was conducted to identify enhancement technologies that offer the most promise for significant advancements in chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear individual respiratory protection. The focus was on two enhancement areas: protection and physiology. Novel sealing concepts based on responsive materials were sought that offer potential for performance enhancement. The search for cooling technologies focused on air-management systems (i.e., miniature fans and blowers) and thermoelectric devices. Finally, non-carbon based filtration systems that offer improved protection capabilities were sought.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 2008
Accession Number
ADA477685

Entities

People

  • Aaron W. Richardson
  • Kent C. Hofacre
  • Paul D. Gardner

Organizations

  • Battelle Memorial Institute

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Sensors

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemical Warfare Agents
  • Chemistry
  • Composite Materials
  • Cyanides
  • Dielectric Gases
  • Fungi
  • Hygiene
  • Industrial Hygiene
  • Jet Propulsion
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Processing
  • Materials Science
  • Medical Personnel
  • Nitrogen Oxides
  • Organic Chemistry

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  • Electrical Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Nanoscale Plasmonic Nanotechnology