Title

A Chief Engineer'S Perspective On Mars Analog Exploration

Abstract

Crews 51-54 of the Mars Desert Research Station began the development of the Spaceward Bound training curriculum that will be used to train future field astronauts for Moon and Mars missions. Most of the crewmembers were chosen to perform research in a specific area of interest (geology, astronomy, biology, etc.) to contribute not only to the Spaceward Bound curriculum, but also to the Mars Society's collection of research. However, the suits used at the station used during surface excursions are not accurate simulators of real pressure suits used in extra-vehicular activities. Work required to move in a pressure suit depends on the volume displaced, and reactive forces work against movement. In order to increase the fidelity of the simulation, the best long-term solution is to train in pressure suits. Short-term solutions include modifying the gloves and building limb force feedback systems. The suits should also be modified to reduce risk while riding all-terrain vehicles and to increase surface excursion time. The Spaceward Bound curriculum must include information on pressure suits and their use regardless of long-term plans. Copyright IAF/IAA. All rights reserved.

Publication Date

12-1-2007

Publication Title

International Astronautical Federation - 58th International Astronautical Congress 2007

Volume

3

Number of Pages

1667-1673

Document Type

Article; Proceedings Paper

Personal Identifier

scopus

Socpus ID

54949106568 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/54949106568

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