Abstract: An isolation container includes an isolation space for receiving an object and maintains the isolation space substantially isolated while providing for continuous access to, and maneuverability within, the isolation space through one or more access ports. An air management system re-circulates air through the isolation space to create a negative or positive pressure within the space, and is operable to filter, and optionally adjust the temperature and humidity of, the re-circulating air. In an embodiment of the isolation container configured for transporting a patient in the isolation space, a communications system is also coupled to the isolation space to provide for audio, video or other data communications between the patient and the communications device external to the isolation container.

Abstract: An isolation container includes an isolation space for receiving an object and maintains the isolation space substantially isolated while providing for continuous access to, and maneuverability within, the isolation space through one or more access ports. An air management system re-circulates air through the isolation space to create a negative or positive pressure within the space, and is operable to filter, and optionally adjust the temperature and humidity of, the re-circulating air. In an embodiment of the isolation container configured for transporting a patient in the isolation space, a communications system is also coupled to the isolation space to provide for audio, video or other data communications between the patient and a communications device external to the isolation container.

Abstract: A device for reflecting electromagnetic energy comprises a solidified foam mass which has reflector agents embedded therein for reflecting at least one frequency of electromagnetic energy. The frequency or frequencies of electromagnetic energy reflected are within the region of the electromagnetic spectrum utilized for radar signaling, the infrared region, the visual region or within any combination of those regions. A variety of dyes are used for reflecting frequencies within the infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum and a variety of phosphorous compounds are utilized for reflecting frequencies within the infrared region of the electromagnetic spectrum. Radar energy is reflected by a multitude of discreet electrically conducting elements or dipoles of a length approximately equal to one-half (1/2) the wave length of the radar energy to be reflected which dipoles are distributed in an approximately uniform manner throughout the mass during the formation of the foam mass.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for simulating a chemical warfare attack includes the use of a radiant energy transmitting device for radiating energy in a pattern which simulates different types and forms of chemical agents. In its simplest embodiment, a signal strength above a predetermined level may represent a lethal dosage of the selected agent. Protective devices, such as gas masks, protective clothing, or structures, are provided with sensors for determining whether the protective device is properly employed. A receiver associated with each individual detects the presence and character of the radiated signal, and circuit means responsive to both the sensor and the output of the receiver provides an output indicating whether the individual has properly employed the protective device in a timely manner after a simulated chemical attack has been initiated.

Abstract: Treatment of casualties enclosed in garments which protect them from a contaminated environment comprises attaching treatment apparatus containing uncontaminated treatment space to the protective garment and then effecting communication between the treatment space and the interior of the garment. The treatment apparatus comprises a generally rectangular enclosure having an access opening on one side with fastener means provided for closing the access opening. The fastener means are compatible with at least a portion of the fastener means for the protective garment to permit coupling the enclosure to the garment and then communicating the treatment space with the interior of the garment. The treatment apparatus includes an observation window opposite to the fastener device and sealed gloved openings to permit manipulation by treating personnel within the intercoupled treatment space and the interior of the garment.

Abstract: A contaminated casualty is enclosed within an evacuation container comprising inner and outer enclosures for evacuation to an uncontaminated treatment enclosure having an opening operably opened and closed by a first fastener. A second fastener operably opens and closes casualty entry openings in the inner and outer enclosures. The second fastener closes the space between the inner and outer enclosures to maintain uncontaminated space therebetween when the casualty entry openings are opened. A third fastener operably opens and closes a casualty extraction opening in the outer enclosure. The third fastener is compatible with at least a portion of the first fastener to form a passageway for moving a casualty encapsulated within the inner enclosure out from the outer enclosure and into the uncontaminated treatment enclosure.

Abstract: Treatment of casualties enclosed in garments which protect them from a contaminated environment comprises attaching treatment apparatus containing uncontaminated treatment space to the protective garment and then effecting communication between the treatment space and the interior of the garment. The treatment apparatus comprises a generally rectangular enclosure having an access opening in one side with fastener means provided for closing the access opening. The fastener means are compatible with at least a portion of the fastener means for the protective garment to permit coupling the enclosure to the garment and then communicating the treatment space with the interior of the garment. The treatment apparatus includes an observation window opposite to the fastener device and sealed gloved openings to permit manipulation by treating personnel within the intercoupled treatment space and the interior of the garment.

Abstract: A system is provided for safe passage of personnel between a pair of protective enclosures, at least one of which is portable such as a garment or a mobile unit, and which afford a protective environment to persons or things therewithin. The enclosures comprise an eveloping structure having at least one flexible panel, and the enclosures are adapted to be brought into a position with panels abutting. A first opening is formed in one of said panels and a second opening in the other panel, the openings being dimensioned and arranged to be co-extensive when said panels are in abutting position, and primary fasteners, such as zippers, are attached to each of the openings for repeated opening and closing thereof. Secondary covering fasteners, including flaps with fabric hook-latch material, are on the exterior of each of the panels surrounding and totally covering the primary fasteners.

Abstract: The device of this invention is used to detect small quantities of liquid emical agents in certain pesticides on the basis of the heat reaction between the liquid agent and a chemical oxidant such as sodium or calcium hypochlorite. The detecting device consists of a thin film of resistance heat sensitive element on top of which porous or fibrous substrate material is mounted. This substrate is impregnated with the oxidant material. As a liquid agent contacts substrate it permeates through the substrate and reacts with the oxidant and generates heat. The output volume from the thin film resistance element increases correspondingly. The time from agent contact until this signal is observed as tested is less than one (1) second. The method is directed to the contacting of the liquid agent against the surface, wherein it permeates through the substrate and reacts with the oxidant and generates heat which change in heat is detected by the detecting device.