Army Study Improves Ability To Predict Drinking Water Needs
Wednesday, July 8, 2009 - 08:14
in Earth & Climate
When soldiers leave base for a three-day mission, how much water should they bring? New research may now provide military planners an accurate answer. The study improves an existing water needs equation by 58-65 percent. If the new formula works in the field, as expected, it could accurately predict water needs not only for soldiers, but also for civilians who work or exercise outdoors.