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i have read into these and they are the shizz ninny as far as 1st aid, which about 99.8% of the population hasnt a CLUE about.
i have read an upgrade to the coagulation powder, is an entire dressing permeated with the coagulant. has been a LIFESAVER for many a GI nailed by IED's or gunfire.
latest greatest battle dress uniform(BDU's) have a tourniquet system IN the uniform at both arms and both legs to stem massive arterial bleeding from extremities. basically a cinch strap sewn in.
and all fibers for GI's and armoured personal CLOTHING are NOW FIRE PROOF, due to fuel exploding so often in humvees and various other vehicles.
and due to massive head injuries from IED's and extreme pressures from explosions, the helmets have all been upgraded with new harness systems to prevent whiplash and various other neck injuries. also the MICH helmet is the state of the art present helmet due to comms(communication) and the problem with the kevlar "fritz" PASGT helmets being difficult to site a rifle in the prone position. they slimmed down the rear because of prone position shooting and the sides for hearing. yes a lil less protection from shrapnel but better all around.
some of the GI's have been hit dead azz center and side of helmet with various rifle rounds from insurgents and were not killed and the bullet never entered the helmet. all complained of a hell of a headache after, but they survived.
so as with any war, technology ramps up like a mo-fo and there are benefits found.
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