Effect of Standoff on Protection Systems - Experimental Trials with Frangible Surrogate Lower Legs

摘要

Combat boot covered frangible surrogate lower legs (FSLLs) were tested at different standoffs against surrogate anti-personnel (AP) mines. The standoff had air gaps and Styrofoam gaps. The effect of standoff on lower limb injury was determined by examination of the FSLLs by a trauma surgeon. Differences in energy delivered were determined using a piston apparatus. In dry sand only, the greater the standoff, the less severe the injury. Standoff with air was more effective than standoff with Styrofoam.