Away Team Equipment 9 - USS Highlander

Desert Gear

Starfleet R&D has developed a multitude of outfits designed specifically for use on planets whose environments could be considered harsh. One of these, is designated as Starfleet Desert Gear. These suits are designed to reflect away sunlight and heat and their interiors are made specifically to keep the wearer's body at normal temperatures. Although these uniforms are not perfectly designed to keep one unaffected by exterior temperatures, they are much more comfortable then attempting to hike across a desert in standard duty uniform. The uniform is made up of a large hooded cloak designed to protect the wearer from the affects of direct sunlight. The undershirt has no sleeves and is composed of a light material, similar in many aspects to Quaverian cotton, but lighter, allowing more air flow through the uniform itself.