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The Raptors

The Raptors. ESM G-Suit. The Raptors. Nick Brown Ted Chan Chris Dupin Ben Howe. Overview. Need for G-suit Current technology ESM Theory ESM additions to G-suit Budget Conclusion. G-Induced Loss of Consciousness. Since FY 1994, there has been 2 pilots killed due to GLOC

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The Raptors

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  1. The Raptors

  2. ESM G-Suit The Raptors Nick Brown Ted Chan Chris Dupin Ben Howe

  3. Overview • Need for G-suit • Current technology • ESM Theory • ESM additions to G-suit • Budget • Conclusion

  4. G-Induced Loss of Consciousness • Since FY 1994, there has been 2 pilots killed due to GLOC • Since FY94, more than $100 Million has been lost due to GLOC • 20% of USAF tactical crews report having experienced GLOC

  5. G-Suit Purpose • Tight turning • Blood flow • G-suit aid • Muscle reaction • Blackouts

  6. Current Technology • Pneumatic System • Fluid System • Drawbacks • ESM needs & advantages

  7. ESM Theory • Muscle physiology • Electric stimulation • Purpose • Methods • Effects

  8. ESM Additions • 4 stimulators • Microprocessor control • Aircraft interfacing • Electrode placement • Pilot benefits

  9. Budget

  10. G-suit purpose ESM G-suit benefits Questions ? Conclusion

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