... We evaluated nanofiber nonwovens with inherently flame-resistant properties for thermal, comfort, and particle-blocking performance when used in composites employed in firefighter personal protective equipment. The first objective of the evaluation was to understand whether a thin, lightweight...

... This research investigated the impact of a novel lightweight turnout composite on the physiological response and comfort of structural firefighters during intense physical activity. Lighter weight materials were incorporated into a prototype turnout suit. Four ensembles were evaluated...

... Research regarding chemical protective clothing (CPC) focuses on human comfort, clothing performance, and the heat strain associated with wearing protective materials. These studies are usually limited to one or two fabric/garment characteristics (e.g., garment weight, barrier permeability...

... Microporous films used to reinforce barrier fabrics were tested for permeability to synthetic blood and comfort parameters. One film was tested as a finished product, laminated to a nonwoven substrate and treated to reduce surface wettability. Another film was tested with a range of adhesive...

... Monolithic polyurethane membranes were modified using polyethylene glycols (PEG) of varying molecular weights (M n = 400, 3350 and 8000) to make the polymer surface hydrophilic and hence improve their comfort properties without adversely affecting their imperviousness to liquids. Infrared...

... This research studied the relationship between heat transfer measured using a guarded sweating hot plate test method and the actual comfort and heat stress performance of firefighter turnout clothing. Part 2 in this series discusses the results of a study that examines correlations between...

... barrier efficiency did not differ significantly among the three suits. It is suggested that fabrics designed to be resistant to particulates should be used in exposure to powdery contaminants. atrazine barrier efficiency comfort contaminant nonwoven penetration personal protective equipment...

..., and oversized. ROM measurements were collected simultaneously with a universal goniometer and an electrogoniometer, and with a Leighton Flexometer and an electrogoniometer. Subjects rated the perceived impediment and comfort of each of nine test garments, using a Rating of Perceived Impediment, and a comfort...

... The comfort properties of newly developed 100% nylon and 100% polyester fabrics are compared with materials that are currently used in nuclear protective apparel, including a 100% cotton and a polyester/cotton fabric. The Kawabata Evaluation System provided a highly sensitive measure of fabric...

... Protective and conventional fabrics are being investigated with emphasis on comfort as well as aerosol and chemical protection efficacy. Broad assault protection is assessed by measuring aerosol barrier efficiency using aerosolized polystyrene latex spheres and by measuring chemical protection...

..., which incorporates consideration of ease, must occur in order to develop gloves which enable effective function and provide a comfortable fit. chemical protective gloves ease fit dexterity comfort design Julie F. Tremblay-Lutter~and Sylvia J. Weihrer2 FUNCTIONAL FIT EVALUATION TO DETERMINE...

... The need to provide protection from a variety of hazards is often met by the use of special clothing. Unfortunately, complete protection often necessitates apparel design which, for various reasons, cannot be tolerated by the human body. The dilemma relates to human comfort and survival needs...

... that it is difficult for people to select the right clothing and that protective work clothing has to be individually adjustable. cold environment clothing comfort subjective reactions thermal insulation Bjarne W. Olesen A FIELD STUDY OF THE CLOTHING USED AT COLD WORK PLACES REFERENCE: 01esen, B. W...

... The purpose of this research was to determine the mechanical and transport properties contributing to fabric comfort for a series of nonwoven fabrics known to resist spray penetration and to relate those properties to the subjective evaluation of comfort. Seven fabrics that may be used...

... fiber assemblies. protective clothing fabrics thermal resistivity resin treatment heat transfer comfort Itzhak Shalev^ Effect of Permanent Press Resin Finish on Cotton Fabric Thermal Resistivity REFERENCE: Shalev, I., "Effect of Permanent Press Resin Finish on Cotton Fabric Tliermal...

... involved. Materials that make up protective clothing need to be comfortable to the wearer in a hot climate and also be protective to a variety of pesticide formulations. These materials should also be available at low cost for use in developing countries. The range of potentially acceptable materials...

... calibration sampling atmospheric measurements testing ventilation office buildings measurement human factors heating health environment contamination comfort air conditioning indoor air quality building performance Elia M. Sterling, ^ Edward D. Mclntyre,' Christopher W. Collett, ^ Jack...

... Woven and nonwoven fabrics with and without barrier finishes were tested for resistance to aerosol spray penetration and physical factors which contribute to comfort desirable for protective clothing for pesticide applicators. An aerosol spray test procedure was developed to test the following...

... This paper introduces the concept of total building performance and the diagnostic tools for measuring and assessing this performance. It emphasizes the need: (1) to fully address the fundamental building performance mandates of thermal comfort, acoustic comfort, air quality, lighting comfort...