Defense facilities in AL
5 facilities · 3 categories
Medical Facilities
Medical Facilities in AL →Aeromedical Devices
Fort Rucker, AL
A majority of "off-the-shelf" and research developed medical devices do not work properly in the unique aviation environment. In-flight failures may be catastrophic, such as electromagnetic interference with aircraft navigation systems or failure to medically support a patient. USAARL maintains medical facilities and multispecialty personnel to accomplish test and evaluation of medical devices for use on U.S. Army aeromedical evacuation aircraft. Identification of hazards and functional deficiencies by this program results in manufacturer device improvements prior to procurement by the Army, benefiting the Army aeromedical evacuation program, patients, and the Army safety program.
Crash Injury Epidemiology
Fort Rucker, AL
Using the triservice Aviation Life Support Equipment Retrieval Program, Aviation Epidemiology Data Register, and the U.S. Army Safety Center databases, USAARL researchers document the extent of injury in the Army aircrew population. They characterize the effects of these health problems among Army aviators, determine the cause, and propose prevention and detection methods.
Human Systems
Human Systems in AL →Repeated Jolt
Fort Rucker, AL
Combat crews riding aircraft and ground combat vehicles are exposed to repeated impacts and jolts due to ride motion. The upper safety limits exposure to ride forces are unknown. USAARL's manrated Multiaxis Ride simulator (MARS) is a unique permanent facility that replicates the ride motion of any Army aircraft or vehicle.
Safety Equipment
Fort Rucker, AL
Mandated by Army regulation, the triservice Aviation Life Support Equipment Retrieval Program (ALSERP) includes aviation helmets and clothing, crashworthy seating, and restraint systems. Our team of ALSERP researchers consist of physicians, engineers, aviators, and safety experts who study the performance of ALSE recovered from U.S. Government aircraft mishaps. Relating investigation findings to aircrew member injury patters, the experts propose design and operational improvements to ALSE developers and the user community.