Technical Assessment of the Man-In-Simulant Test Program
National Research Council / Division On Engineering And Physical Sci / Commission On Engineering And Technical The cornerstone of chemical and biological defense strategy is protection (i.e., insulating personnel from chemical and biological agents using individual clothing ensembles and respirators, as well as collective filtration systems and shelters). The CSC was asked by the CBDCOM to undertake a technology assessment of the Army's MIST program-which is designed to test protective suit ensembles in simulated chemical attacks.