The US Army is developing synthetic materials that simulate human skin, bone, and brain tissue to study the impact of electromagnetic radiation on the human body. These "crash test dummies," or tissue surrogates, will facilitate research aimed at enhancing protections for soldiers against potentially harmful electromagnetic radiation from radar and telecommunications. Army researchers plan to analyze how electromagnetic waves penetrate these materials to inform the design of advanced protective equipment and improve safety standards for not only military personnel but also for use in medicine and telecommunications. Key innovations include materials that can hold water without drying out and 3D-printed simulated bone that can host sensors. The ultimate goal is to enhance protective gear such as helmets and wearable monitors.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:34:00 GMT | Interesting Engineering