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Work for TromPak™
Based on the training principles as stated below, wearing a TromPak™ would greatly enhance the survivability of riding through hostile country. When used in conjunction with existing body armor, it provides a level of safety that has been missing from the general equipment issued. Shock
and blunt force trauma is the enemy of any soldier or Marine who wears
standard body armor alone. Stopping penetration is only part of the
battle; mitigating the shock and avoiding blunt force trauma completes
the protection package. CoolSuite® is a technology that slows the transfer and exchange of outside temperature and body heat to create a more comfortable personal climate for the wearer in both hot and cold temperatures. By combining CoolSuite® with The MitiGator™, two major issues concerning body armor are addressed; survivability and comfort. The more hours one spends wearing the armor in a hostile environment, the better the odds are it will be on the body when it needs to be protected. The more comfortable the armor is to wear, the better the odds are that it will be worn. Simple concept, but difficult to develop and implement the technology. VTI has done it with the TromPak™. |
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Training Considerations for Convoy Operations Sources for the story advise that in country training should continue in:
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Familiarization and hands on training of foreign weapons including
AK-47s, RPKs, • Load, fire, clear, and reduce misfires and stoppages of all crew-served weapons. •
Familiarization and hands on training of foreign weapons including
AK-47s, RPKs, •
Reflexive and quick fire training using burst fire. This training
should include 9mm, • Conduct terminal effects demonstration on engine blocks, vehicle doors, concrete and various materials using FM 3-06.11 as a guide. This training will help leaders choose the right weapon system and facilitate decision-making in combat. • Practice weak-side firing and tactical magazine changes. • Dismount drills upon contact. • Mounted firing while moving. • How to react to an IED/VBIED attack. • Vehicle hardening techniques. • Pedestal-mounted, crew-served weapons techniques. • Radio communications. • First aid and buddy aid. • Crew drills. • 9-line MEDEVAC procedures. • Submitting spot / salute reports. • Unit SOPs and chains of command. • Premovement, precombat checks.
January 2005 |
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