Use of Innovative Technologies in Protective Clothing Design

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Abstract:

The LEHP Garment Team considered innovative technologies to replace sewn seams in CB garments. The Garment Team investigated other innovative methodologies, such as ultrasonic seam sealing, use of various seam tapes for added strength and protection, and the selection of equipment to be used in the process. This investigation also included the review of various seam constructions to ensure that there was compatibility between the fabric seam and the innovative techniques that were investigated. Strong, sew-free waterproof seams were achieved using a combination of ultrasonic sealing with a modified Jentschmann 4796-2-20 V1 B machine and Adhesive Films, Inc., Black EXF-652, one-inch width). Modifications to the Jentschmann machine, seam strength test results, and investigations of other seaming methods are also described in this report.

Author(s):
Frumkin, Steve ; Hultzapple, Kristen ; Venafro, John ; Frank, Celia
Author Organization(s):
PHILADELPHIA UNIV PA
Funding Organization(s):
U.S. Army Natick Soldier Combat Capabilities Development Command, Natick , MA
Document Type:
Technical Report/Final Report
Publication Date:
2022 Jan 10
Pagination:
28

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TRECMS
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NATICK/TR-22/003
Contract Number(s):
W911QY-04-1-0001
Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
Human Systems
Descriptor(s):
manufacturing, materials, production, universities, adhesives, construction, fabrics, films, adhesive tapes, bonding, clothing, engineering, fabrication, governments, guarantees, polyurethanes, sound waves
Keyword(s):
seams, garments, seam welding, chemical protection, protective fabrics, seam sealing
Subject Categories:
Materials
Creation Date:
2022 Jan 04
Update Date:
2022 Jan 20