Prediction modeling of physiological responses and human performance in the heat

Predicting metabolic cost of running with and without backpack loads

“…Four of the subjeits were also tested at 2 and 4% incline while speed and load remained constant (2.4 m-s -', 20 kg). The model developed is based on Mw and proportionately linear with external load (L) carried as f.llows: Mr=Mw -0.5 (1-0.01L) (Mw-15L-850), (Pandolf et al 1986). Individual predictive equations for rectal temperature, heart rate and sweat loss as a function of the physical work intensity, environmental conditions and particular clothing -nsemble have been published (Givoni and Goldman 1972;Givoni and Goldman 1973;Shapiro et al 1982).…”

Progress in Development of a Miniature Environmental Heat Stress Monitor (HSM)

“…The environmental heat stress monitor (HSM) is a pocket-sized electronic device that uses microprocessor technology to integrate the USARIEM heat strain prediction model (3,5) software with a comprehensive suite of environmental sensors. It can provide real-time tailored guidance to reduce heat injury risk across the spectrum of heat stress environments including chemical protective clothing encapsulation.…”

Work and Climate in Traditional Subsistence Economies.

“…The influence of work load and scheduling on the duration of work possible before suffering heat stress among aboriginal Australians is predicted here using the Heat Strain Model developed by t h e U n i t e d S t a t e s A r m y R e s e a r c h I n s t i t u t e o f Environmental Medicine (Pandolf et al, 1986). The possibility that the short working day of Australian aboriginal adults might reflect ecologically-limited work scheduling by way of potential heat stress and it's avoidance, is examined.…”