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G Suits
Anti-Shock Trousers | Antigravity Suits | Gravity Suits | Military Anti-Shock Trousers | Pneumatic Suits | Pressure Suits | Antishock Trousers | Military Antishock Trousers | Anti Shock Trousers | Anti-Shock Trousers, Military | G Suit | Gravity Suit
Double-layered inflatable suits which, when inflated, exert pressure on the lower part of the wearer's body. The suits are used to improve or stabilize the circulatory state, i.e., to prevent hypotension, control hemorrhage, and regulate blood pressure. The suits are also used by pilots under positive acceleration. |
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