Portable Modular Air Conditioning System

Portable Modular Air Conditioning System (PMAC) is a man-mounted, lightweight, battery-powered, desiccant-based personal microclimate conditioning system. The portable system is field serviceable and is comprised of a power supply, blower, air-conditioning, air-distribution, and air filtration modules. The power module activates the blower, moving air through the air conditioning and encapsulated garment, effectively extracting heat from the body of the wearer. Alternative configurations provide warmth instead of cooling.The PMAC system is a leap technology in the area of personal cooling systems. The modularity of the system allows add-on capabilities such as increased cooling power, greater capacity, air filtration for chemical-biological threat environments, and connections for electric power and /or air flow sources. Benefits include: Portability: Light weight, 4.8 lbs with battery (~3hr life). Small, 11”x4”x4”. Convenience: Easily mounts to existing Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. Field serviceable. Versatility: Integrates with new or existing forced air clothing systems. Extracts heat for cooling in hot environments; can input heat for warmth in cold environments. The PMACS is most attractive for use in cooling personnel that utilize protective suits in mobile situations and/or work in hot environments. This includes: Military Personnel; Tank Operators; Helicopter Pilots; Desert Combat Soldiers; Firefighters; Hazmat responders; Racecar Drivers; Manufacturing/Industrial workers; and Mascot costume characters.