A.I.R. Suit: Augmented Reality • Iron Worker • Respirator Suit

With the increasing demand for industrial infrastructure of skyscrapers, roadways, and bridges, there is emphasis on iron workers’ construction abilities. Ultimately, the development of these construction projects can prove to be difficult towards mitigating air pollutant exposure for iron workers on a sub-particle level. The working environment for iron workers cultivates a breathing ground for air toxin circulation, as the four major exposure groups of inorganic gas, dust irritants, fumes, and woodworking particles act as silent impairments to these workers' respiratory tract. Health and safety precautions of non-powered and powered air purifying respirators are in place, yet some workers have a tendency to partially wear or opt-out of wearing respirators. This is attributed to the lack of ergonomic comfort towards respirators, poor interchangeability with other personal protective equipment (PPE), and also the requirement of various training and refitting. With consideration of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s Respiratory Safety Guidelines the A.I.R. Suit provides a one-stop personal protective equipment (PPE) solution for iron workers. The A.I.R. Suit is designed for the mitigation of sub-particle respiratory hazards for iron workers, while maintaining a level of comfort, adaptability and durability for users.