Evaluation of the Draeger LAR V Pure Oxygen Scuba.

摘要

The Draeger LAR V scuba is a pure oxygen self contained underwater breathing apparatus designed and manufactured in the Federal Repbulic of Germany. The scuba is completely closed circuit and incorporates a demand type oxygen supply. Gas purification is accomplished by means of a refillable CO2 absorbant cansiter. The LAR V works on pure oxygen. This evaluation was conducted to determine safe operational capabilities and limitations of the LAR V with respect to training and operational use by Naval Special Warfare Divers. It was found that the LAR V is equal to, and in many respects superior to the U.S. Navy Emerson scuba. The Draeger incorporates many inherent design features which makes it easier to pre/post dive and to maintain than the Emerson closed circuit scuba.