Measuring and testing – With fluid pressure – Leakage
Reexamination Certificate
2006-11-28
2006-11-28
Williams, Hezron (Department: 2856)
Measuring and testing
With fluid pressure
Leakage
Reexamination Certificate
active
07140234
ABSTRACT:
A multi-function device for testing masks such as NBC masks used in civilian and military applications. In its preferred form, the device is self-contained and can be readily transported to field sites by one or two individuals. The device includes a protective storage and transport case. The case includes an upper portion and a lower portion. The upper portion of the case houses the power unit assembly and includes sufficient storage space to store such things as an aerosol generator reservoir, various headform accessories, a containment shroud, manuals (e.g. installation, operation and maintenance manuals) and nominal tools. The lower portion of the case houses the head assembly and controller unit which are preferably mounted on a cover or top panel. Underneath the top or cover panel of the lower portion of the case are stored the light scattering chamber, flow sensor, pressure transducer, circuit boards and valves. The device can perform multiple tests including: (1) an overall mask leakage test; (2) an outlet valve leakage test; (3) a drink seat test; (4) a drink tube flow test; (5) a drink train leakage test; and, a mask fit test. Further, the device can be programmed for any given test period to perform one or all of the aforementioned tests. The device further can readily create a data log to record results of any given test or series of tests. The device further includes numerous safety features including requiring any operator of the device to reject or retest a defective mask.
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“Instruction Manual for the Installation, Operation & Maintenance of the Field Mask Function & Fit Tester Model TDA-99D”, AT-107-1C-0695.
Fitzgerald John
Hamilton Associates, Inc.
Merek & Blackmon & Voorhees, LLC
Williams Hezron
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