NATO AEP-2902 PDF

a. This document covers aspects of non-ballistic test methods and evaluation criteria required to specify (in-whole of in-part) a combat helmet.

b. A number of helmet design requirements are detailed within this document, with the exception of the following:

(1) Ballistic test standards and methods;

(2) Behind Helmet Blunt Trauma (BHBT) test standards and methods;

(3) Back Face Deformation (BFD) test standards and methods;

(4) Visual pattern or multi-spectral camouflage emissivity.

c. The excluded requirements are included in STANAG 2920 Edition 3, (1-3, above), and National Authority (NA) requirements (4, above).

d. The roles within the scope of this document include:

(1) Dismounted;

(2) Mounted;

(3) Parachutist;

(4) Public order;

(5) Engineering;

(6) Maritime.

e. The roles that are outside of the scope of this document includes:

(1) Mountaineering;

(2) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD);

(3) Aviation;

(4) Quad biking;

(5) Motorcycle;

f. The components of the combat helmet that this AEP covers, includes:

(1) Cover (material, flammability, signature/camouflage);

(2) Shell;

(3) Energy absorbing liner/pad;

(4) Comfort adjustment;

(5) Harness;

(6) Chin straps;

(7) Visor;

(8) Mandible guard;

(9) External mounting/rail accessories.

g. The following table serves to aide in the identification of relevant chapters of this document that are recommended to be followed for the evaluation of role specific helmets:

Aim

a. The aim of this agreement is to assist in the design and development of NATO combat helmets to provide non-ballistic protection to the wearer (and may also offer ballistic protection, see Section 2).

b. This agreement will establish common test methods, evaluation criteria, standards and performance for the assessment and selection of combat helmets.

c. This will allow NATO nations to specify common elements of helmet design and performance; leading to the procurement of helmets that achieve NATO agreed test methods or performance, and allow interoperability of helmets and associated ancillary (helmet mounted) equipment.