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Accession Number:
ADA175067
Title:
Biophysical and Physiological Integration of Proper Clothing for Exercise.
Descriptive Note:
Manuscript,
Corporate Author:
ARMY RESEARCH INST OF ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE NATICK MA
Report Date:
1986-11-06
Pagination or Media Count:
65.0
Abstract:
This review is a discussion of current biophysical and thermal advances in clothing properties. Among the topics covered are effects of exercise in buffering clothing insulation, effects of modern day fiber techniques polypropylene, etc. in allowance or adjustments to water vapor and thermal exchange and special advantages aids used in fostering optimal heat exchange for athletes. Keywords temperature protective fibers insensible heat loss.
Distribution Statement:
APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE