- Author
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Waldron, E. T.
- Title
- Textiles for Thermal Radiation Protection. Technical Report.
- Coporate
- Army Natick Laboratories, MA
- Report
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TS-132
April 1965
36 p.
- Distribution
- Available from National Technical Information Service
- Keywords
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textiles
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thermal radiation
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thermal protection
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fibers
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blends (fibers)
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synthetic fibers
- Abstract
- The degree of thermal radiation protection provided by a fabric is influenced by the weight of the material, the type of dyestuffs and chemical finishes used, the synergistic effects from blending the fibers, and the chemistry of the fibers. The net thermal protection provided by an ensemble is further influenced by the ignition characteristics of the outer layer and the manner in which the layers are put together. Reflective sub-layers add protection when used with a diathermanous outer layer; sub-layers that incorporate volatile finishes are a hazard when used with impermeable or slightly permeable outer layers.