Authors:-Nemalal Trafder
Abstract:-The present day protective clothing system used by the defence sectors are vulnerable to modern weapons and also have some inherent weaknesses. A textile material developed to fulfill the requirements of defence such as camouflage, flame proof, ballistic, etc are called as the defence textiles. The fundamental requirements for all the fabrics for defence includes personal protective equipment for military personnel during non-combat, combat and emergency operations, critical survival situations, military uniforms, performance requirements, etc. In addition to protection, the gear must have the properties for high resistance to sun, resist mildew, withstand abrasion, tears and breaks, etc. Developments in the weapons and surveillance technologies are prompting innovations in individual protection equipment and battle related systems and structures. Defence clothing requirements are becoming more complex as the defence personnel have to perform at unprecedented levels. Research continues to develop innovative combat clothing for the use of soldiers.
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