- Author
- Abeles, F. | Bruno, A. | DelVecchio,R. | Himel, V.
- Title
- Project FIRES: Firefighters Integrated Response Equipment System. Volume 4. Technology Demonstration Ensemble. Phase 1A. Final Report.
- Coporate
- Grumman Aerospace Corp., Bethpage, NY
- Sponsor
- National Aeronautics and Space Admin., Marshall Space Flight Center, AL
- Report
- Phase 1A, December 1978, 21 p.
- Contract
- NAS8-32329
- Keywords
- fire fighters | prototypes | protective clothing | turnout coats | helmets | gloves | boots
- Identifiers
- turnout gear; helmets; faceshields; turnout pants; garment testing; advanced design garments; Firefighters Integrated Response Equipment System (FIRES)
- Abstract
- The Technology Demonstration Ensemble (TDE) demonstrates advanced concepts in a structural firefighter's personal protection system. This innovative design was conceived of as an integrated lightweight system that provides head-to-toes protection. Some of the features provided include: an ultralightweight breathing system built right into the turnout garment; concepts which insure wrist, neck, and ankle protection; a helmet that incorporates a radio, public address system; and an emergency warning device. These and other features of the design are described.