EVALUATION OF MASK, ANTIFLASH, ROCKET LAUNCHER, M19A1

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Abstract:

Two series of 3.5 Inch Rocket firings at -20 F were run to observe the effect of rocket blowback on the M19A1 Antiflash Mask. In the first series, the mask was mounted six inches aft of the launcher bell-mouth. In the second series, the mask was mounted in a position corresponding to the gunners head. The firings showed that the M19A1 Antiflash Mask provided adequate protection against 3.5 Inch Rocket blowback. The M19 Antiflash Mask, tested in the first series for comparison purposes, was badly damaged. Study of the new M19A1 mask indicated need for human engineering.

Author(s):
Huselton, Elbert ; Schindler, Paul
Author Organization(s):
PICATINNY ARSENAL DOVER NJ AMMUNITION GROUP
Descriptive Note:
Technical rept.
Pagination:
0048

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
DC-TR-1-4-62
Monitor Series:
PA
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_6_Net Centric
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*PROTECTIVE MASKS, HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING, ROCKET LAUNCHERS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Protective Equipment
Keyword(s):
ANTIFLASH
Report Date:
1962 Mar 01