NATICK, Mass. (Nov. 19, 2015) -- Army researcher Quoc Truong wants to fill in the gaps in Soldier protective clothing - literally. Truong is a physical scientist at the U.S. Army Natick Soldier ...

For years, traditional protective clothing coveralls, aprons, shirts, jackets and pants focused mostly on heat- and chemical-resistant qualities. Comfort For years, traditional protective clothing — ...

Imagine if there was protective clothing that usually stayed soft and comfortable, but that could instantly harden when needed. Such technology may someday be possible, thanks to a new understanding ...

Choosing the right chemical-protective clothing can be difficult due to a lack of standards and insufficient data. It has been common to choose chemical-protective clothing based on the A, B, and C ...

(Nanowerk News) In a toxicological context, exposure to engineered nanomaterials such as nanoparticles or carbon nanotubes primarily occurs through dermal, inhalation, ingestion or injection routes.

The field of thermal protective clothing has rapidly evolved to address both the efficiency of heat insulation and the increasing demand for wearer comfort in high-risk environments. Recent research ...

Dear Afraid: For any outdoors person, the sun is an ever present force that must be reckoned with. When you spend a great deal of time in nature, it’s necessary to find ways to protect yourself from ...