Abstract: A compactable thermally insulated carrier includes a Peltier effect thermal control device mounted in a rectangular block of rigid polymeric foam, a first thermally insulative wall panel adapted to fold about the block, and a second insulative panel adapted to fold upon the first panel. When completely assembled, a rectangular enclosure is formed which is elongated between front and rear extremities. The block is positioned at the rear of the enclosure. A flap, integral with one of the panels, serves as a door for the front extremity. An electric fan causes air to move across vanes to the Peltier device, through a portal in the block, and into the enclosure.

Abstract: A protection canopy for an individual including a nonporous sheet, an inflatable tube about the periphery of the sheet and extending diametrically of the sheet and a compressed gas cartridge. The sheet is attached centrally to a pack and may be folded into that pack for ready use. The pack may be attached to the upper back portion of an individual in preparation for deployment. A lanyard is attached to a breakable closure and to the compressed gas cartridge such that one pull will open the pack and release compressed gas into the inflatable element.