Chemical Protective Robotic Manikin
Category：Manikin System
Introduction
The system consists of a mannequin and an upper body head for testing chemical and biological protective clothing and headgear. A mannequin is a full-size, articulated, carbon-composite body form that produces accurate anthropometric data. It is lightweight, chemically resistant and capable of performing a range of specified motion protocols. The only means of support were the hands, face and feet, which were tied to the foot boards.
The mannequin is mounted in an external drive frame. The foot drive frame supports external actuators and provides 10 axes of motion. Two lightweight actuators are installed inside the mannequin to generate sympathetic head movement. The system can perform a test sequence of up to six hours in a chemically harsh environment, consisting of any combination of 10 pre-programmed actions.
Also included in the mannequin system is an interchangeable carbon composite upper body head form, designed as a portable stand-alone system for smaller test chambers and temporary environmental analysis tents, which has the same exact dimensions as the mannequin and can be interchanged directly in the drive frame. This upper body form of the head is supported by the base of the head rather than the face. The system provides users with fully computer-controlled head joints that can be combined with arm movements driven by the frame.
Both the upper body and the mannequin have soft, chemical-resistant elastomer skin that covers the entire head, neck, wrists, and waist of the mannequin. This material was developed by i-bodi specifically for this application. In addition, according to the test requirements, low-cost, high-flexibility disposable silicone leather has been developed as an alternative. The house dosimeter holder in the form of a mannequin and upper body head collects the necessary data to evaluate the integrity of the test garment.
Application
This equipment is used for the following applications:
(1) Performance evaluation of chemical and biological protective suits
(2) Dynamic integrity testing of gas-tight and liquid-tight protective garments
(3) Sealing performance assessment at interfaces such as head–neck, wrists, and waist
(4) Testing of protective headgear and integrated respirator systems
(5) Research on material durability and degradation under mechanical motion
(6) Certification, verification, and compliance testing in controlled chambers or test tents
Standards
The system is designed to meet or reference the following standards and test specifications:
(1) ISO 13982-1 — Protective clothing against solid particulates
(2) ISO 16602 — Protective clothing for chemical exposure
(3) ISO 17491 — Chemical protective clothing test methods
(4) EN 943-1 / EN 943-2 — Gas-tight chemical protective suits
(5) ASTM F739 — Resistance of protective clothing materials to permeation
(6) ASTM F1001 — Chemical resistance evaluation of protective clothing
(7) NATO AEP-54 — Evaluation of chemical and biological protective equipment
(8) YY/T 0316-2016 — Medical protective equipment quality management reference
(9) GB/Z 42217-2022 — Chemical protective equipment test guidance
(10) GB/T 16294-2010 — Protective clothing performance testing
Technical Parameters
Motion System
| Item | Technical Parameter |
|---|---|
| Number of motion axes | 10 axes |
| Drive method | External motor-driven frame |
| Head motion | Internal lightweight actuators, synchronized |
| Motion mode | Programmable composite motion sequences |
| Continuous operation time | ≤ 6 h |
Support and Installation
| Item | Technical Parameter |
|---|---|
| Support points | Hands, face (manikin), feet |
| Foot fixation | Strapped foot boards |
| Head form support | Supported at head base |
| Interchangeability | Full manikin and head form interchangeable in same drive frame |
Surface and Skin Material
| Item | Technical Parameter |
|---|---|
| Skin material | Chemical-resistant elastomer |
| Coverage area | Head, neck, wrists, waist |
| Material property | Designed for CB exposure environments |
| Optional skin | Disposable silicone skin |
Sampling and Dosimetry
| Item | Technical Parameter |
|---|---|
| Dosimeter mounting | Integrated mounting locations |
| Sampling method | Passive sampling |
| Compatibility | Customer-specified dosimeters supported |
Mechanical and Detection Characteristics
| Item | Technical Parameter |
|---|---|
| Width range | 1–5 cm |
| Stretch range | 30%–70% |
| Detection linearity | 0.8–1.0 |
| Detection limit | 0.01%–0.1% |
| Fatigue life | ≥ 200,000 cycles |
Test Procedures
(1) Inspect the drive system, actuators, and control components
(2) Install the manikin or head form onto the drive frame
(3) Dress the test protective garment or headgear correctly
(4) Install dosimeters at specified locations
(5) Configure motion program and test duration via software
(6) Conduct dynamic exposure testing under controlled conditions
(7) Remove samples and dosimeters following safety procedures
FAQ
What is this product?
This product is a robotic manikin system for dynamic testing of chemical and biological protective clothing and headgear.
What is this product used for?
It is used to evaluate garment sealing, integrity, and material resistance under dynamic exposure conditions.
Why is this product important?
It enables repeatable and objective assessment of protective performance under realistic motion conditions without human exposure.
What industries is this product suitable for?
Defense, emergency response, chemical industry safety, research laboratories, and certification organizations.
What types of this product are available?
A full-body robotic manikin and an interchangeable upper-body head form, with configurable motion programs and skin materials.
