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Self-Healing, Inflatable, Rigidizable Shelter (Posted: 01/02/2012)

An inflatable, rigidizable shelter system was developed based on Rigidization on Command (ROC) technology incorporating not only the required low-stowage volume and lightweight character achieved from an inflatable/rigidizable system, but also a self-healing foam system incorporated between the rigidizable layers of the final structure to minimize the damage caused by any punctures to the structure.

Military applications include self-sealing fuel tanks on vehicles or aircraft.  Commercial applications include leak protection systems for railroad tank cars or tanker trucks carrying hazardous materials.

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