Advanced Field Deployable Hydrolysis System for Chemical Neutralization
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The Field Deployable Hydrolysis System (FDHS) at the Edgewood Chemical and Biological Center is a lightweight, transportable system initiated by the U.S. Army in 2013. Capable of neutralizing chemicals and chemical warfare agents, the titanium reactor minimizes set-up time and resource use. The FDHS offers cost savings, lower risk, and eliminates the need for ground personnel. Learn more about this innovative system.
Advanced Field Deployable Hydrolysis System for Chemical Neutralization
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Field Deployable Hydrolysis System Edgewood Chemical and Biological Center
Background Info • What does it do? • U.S. Army Edgewood Facility • The project was initiated in February of 2013
Ideas Behind the Design • Lightweight • Transportable • Keeping set-up time to a minimum • Using little resources
Capabilities • Neutralizing Chemicals • Titanium reactor capable of pairing with other reactors • Chemical Warfare Agents
Significance of FDHS • Cost saving • Less risk • No need for boots on the ground
Sources • http://www.gizmag.com/fdhs-mobile-chemical-weapons-neutralizer/29011/ • https://www.ecbc.army.mil/cbarr/newsletter/2013/CBARR_August2013.pdf • http://www.defensenews.com/article/20130904/DEFREG02/309040029/