An Approach to Mass Customization of Military Uniforms Using Superoleophobic Nonwoven Fabrics (Postprint)

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Abstract:

This paper examines the design of modern military uniforms with emphasis on protection against hazardous chemicals. Design of military uniforms is governed by protective functions, quality, and economic feasibility. Along with protection, key performance features include high strength, light weight, moisture management, and comfort. The surface of hydroentangled nonwovens and nylon-cotton blended woven fabrics were modified, and made superhydrophobic and superoleophobic to protect soldiers against the threat of hazardous chemical and biological agents. Scenarios for the use of nonwoven fabrics and computer-aided design in the mass production and customization of military uniforms are proposed.

Author(s):
Satam, Dnyanada ; Lee, Hoon Joo ; Wilusz, Eugene
Author Organization(s):
NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIV AT RALEIGH
Descriptive Note:
Journal article
Supplementary Note:
Prepared in collaboration with Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center, Natick, MA. Published in the AATCC Review, p59-63, September/October 2010. Sponsored in part by the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
Pagination:
0007

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
AFRL-RX-TY-TP-2010-0051
Contract/Grant Number(s):
FA8650-07-1-5916, HDTRA1-08-1-0049
Task Number(s):
L0
Project Number(s):
GOVT
Monitor Series:
TP-2010-0051, AFRL-RX-TY
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_4.6.1_General Engineering; JCA_7.1.2_Prevent Non-kinetic Attack; JCA_7.1_Prevent; JCA_7_Protection; JCA_2.4.2_Evaluation; JCA_2.4.5_Product Generation; JCA_2_Battlespace Awareness; JCA_2.4_Analysis Prediction and Production; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_8.2.4_Leverage Capacities and Capabilities of Security Establishments; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_8.2.1_Partner with Governments and Institutions; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5.3_Planning
Modernization Areas:
Quantum Science and Computing; Autonomy
Communities of Interest:
Human Systems
Descriptor(s):
*FABRICS, *MASS PRODUCTION, *UNIFORMS, COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN, COMPUTER AIDED MANUFACTURING, COTTON TEXTILES, HIGH STRENGTH, HYDROPHOBIC PROPERTIES, LIGHTWEIGHT, MILITARY APPLICATIONS, NYLON, PROTECTION, SURFACE ENERGY, SURFACE PROPERTIES
Field(s)/Group(s):
Textiles, Protective Equipment
Keyword(s):
COMPOSITE FABRICS, COMPUTER AIDED PROCESS PLANNING, FLUOROSILANE, MASS CUSTOMIZATION, NONWOVEN FABRICS, SUPERHYDROPHOBIC, SUPEROLEOPHOBIC, SURFACE TREATMENTS, ULTRASONIC BONDING, PE0602102F, WUAFRLQL102006
Report Date:
2010 Nov 01
Creation Date:
2012 Feb 22