deliverable 1.2. : Prototypes advanced cooling systems
Authors: Nicole Papen-Botterhuis, Ana-Maria Popa, Herman Reezigt
Rationale
A system is described to cool the skin during work in impermeable and semipermeable protective clothing
Methods
Phase change materials and absorbing salts are tested and selected based on optimal properties to cool and absorp sweat
Results
Deliverable 1.2a describes a phase change material that is activated above 50°C and thus absorbes heat from the environment.
Deliverable 1.2b describes an absorbing agent that reduces the moisture content in the garment.
Applicability
The PCM should be applied on the outside of the protective garment
The absorbing agent should be inside of the garment to absorb sweat. It may be combined with a special material and a small blower to distribute the sweat more evenly over the body.
Conclusion
Two materials are developed that may reduce heat strain during work in protective clothing