Physiological, Biomechanical, and Maximal Performance Comparisons of Soldiers Carrying Loads Using U.S. Marine Corps Modular Lightweight Load-Carrying Equipment (MOLLE), and U.S. Army Modular Load System (MLS) Protypes.

摘要: Abstract : Tests on eleven male soldiers carrying "fighting", "approach", and "sustainment" loads showed that prototype U.S. Marine Corps Modular Lightweight Load-Carrying Equipment (MOLLE), Army Load System (MLS) did not differ as to: energy cost or maximal speed of load-carriage; the at which a walking soldier could get prone return to standing position; prone, roll three times aim weapon; peak average ground reaction braking force; knee range motion; effect marksmanship. The MOLLE bested MLS in: operability its quick-release mechanism; shoulder, hip total-body comfort; maintenance upright posture; minimization front-back trunk sway vertical bobbing; lateral foot-forces; subjective ratings by soldiers. heel- strike toe push-off forces; obstacle course; grenade throwing; shoulder strap pressure. Though superior, MOLLE's system be easier find reach. With both MLS, when body armor was worn, waist-belt cinched tightly enough transfer much weight from shoulders hips. Interceptor used with particularly loose around waist. A durability problem test pack frames appears have been solved improved, full-production manufacturing methods.