Project Scope
- Development of both a Dockable and Hybrid Person-Wearable Self-Contained Self-Rescuer
- Project development conducted in two phases:
- Phase 1: Research and Development - 6 months
- Phase 2: Prototype Construction and Validation Testing - 12 Months
- Field testing 200 units in option exercised
Milestones
- Contract Award: 7 Feb 07
- Delivery of 10 Prototype units: 7 May 07
- Prototype Testing: May 07 - Jun 07
- Delivery of 52 Prototype units: Jun 07
- Prototype Testing: Jun 07 - Feb 08
- Option for additional (200) units: Feb 08 ($654, 601.00)
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Outputs
- A dockable, hybrid SCSR that will enable additional sources of breathable air to be added to a worn device without exposing the wearer to contaminated ambient atmosphere.
Outcomes
- The new SCSR will significantly improve the ability for miners to survive an underground mine fire or explosion. Today's SCSR's will only provide about I hour of breathing air. New devices can provide a much longer supply limited only by the number of additional "add-on" air supplies available.
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