Physiological Evaluation of the Chemical, Biological Combat Suit under Warm,Humid and Hot, Dry Climatic Conditions

摘要

The physiological responses of a group of nine subjects exercising at a mediummetabolic rate in a concept demonstrator low burden chemical protective ensemble have been determined under warm, humid and hot, dry climatic conditions typical of the Townsville and Pilbara regions of northern Australia. There was little difference between the normal combat uniform and the CBCS worn as a combat uniform, without hood, mask and gloves, in terms of increase in rectal temperature and increase in heart rate. The major limitation on soldier performance in the fully encapsulated Chemical, Biological Combat Suit was imposed by the combination of mask, permeable hood, and impermeable gloves and not by the suit itself.