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LCAC 66 disassembled, removed from fleet service
August 22, 2019 — After nearly 25 years of mission tests, Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) 66 will be disassembled and demolished signifying its removal from fleet service.The primary role of the LCAC is to provide sustained, over the horizon, ship-to-shore movement of Marine Corps personnel and equipment during amphibious assaults. It is also used during... MORE

After nearly 25 years of mission tests, Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) 66 will be disassembled and demolished signifying its removal from fleet service.

NSWC Panama City laboratory expands capabilities, modernizing functionality
August 20, 2019 — A test facility at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) recently underwent modernization to expand research and development (R&D) capabilities. The Hydrospace Laboratory (HSL) uses hyperbaric and hypobaric technologies to simulate conditions without the use of human subjects.The lab tests various diving and life support... MORE

A testing manikin with a breathing system is placed into the chamber. Multiple sensors are embedded within the manikin head to simulate a manned system. Sensors are capable of measuring pressure, concentrations of carbon dioxide and oxygen, and temperature used in testing diving and other safety equipment.

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