Experimental equipment for the US Army, which was developed in 1970-1990

In the American city of Natick (Massachusetts) there is a large research center under the US Department of Defense — Natick Soldier Systems Center. It is also called the Natik Army Laboratories. These laboratories are engaged in research, development and testing of new types of equipment for the military — uniforms, ammunition, tents, amphibious parachutes, dry rations, etc.

A head-stop for helmets, 1973.

Kevlar sports jacket, 1974

Weight for military boots, 1974

Aeromechanical foam generator (prototype), 1976

Set for use in cold weather, designed for 18 people

Camouflage net in the desert, 1973

ADEL (AMEL), a landing kit with a projectile for a "Stinger"

A laser beam passes through a bottle of paint used to disguise clothing, 1973

Thermal suit, 1992

Inflatable arches for the construction of a temporary shelter, 1979

PASGT helmet, tested in battle. Grenada, 1983

Demo tent, 1985

Study of microcooling in the tropics, 1985

Winter camouflage suits, 1981-1984.

Female military beret front and side, 1982

Commodity face: the insides of a military boot, 1974

Cooling vest test, 1983

Camouflage uniform for the desert, 1973

Women's winter hat, 1980

Invisible camouflage for the infrared range, 1974

Testing of the Army canteen, 1978