Title
Life support systems for humans in space / Erik Seedhouse.
ISBN
9783030528591 (electronic book)
3030528596 (electronic book)
3030528588
9783030528584
Publication Details
Cham, Switzerland : Springer, 2020.
Language
English
Description
1 online resource
Item Number
10.1007/978-3-030-52859-1 doi
10.1007/978-3-030-52
Call Number
TL1500
Dewey Decimal Classification
629.47/7
Summary
Life support systems are an integral part of crewed spacecraft designs and habitation systems. This textbook introduces the LSS capabilities that sustain humans who live and work in space, and it is written at a level appropriate for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. The book begins with the basics of space physiology before detailing the features that make up different kinds of life support systems. It includes concise descriptions of how atmospheric pressure is monitored, how oxygen levels are maintained, how waste management is achieved and how water is recycled, and also describes the processes of fire detection and suppression. Several chapters are devoted to chronicling the evolution of life support systems through the decades. Each chapter includes a list of learning objectives, summary sections and review questions. Additionally, various analogs for spaceflight life support systems are examined, including nuclear submarines and our natural life support system here on Earth! Overall, this book serves as an approachable primer for any student seeking to understand the intricacies of spacecraft life support systems.
Bibliography, etc. Note
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Access Note
Access limited to authorized users.
Available in Other Form
Print version: 9783030528584
Chapter 1: Life Support Systems Basics
Chapter 2: Space Physiology: A Primer
Chapter 3: Life Support Systems and Sub-Systems
Chapter 4: Evolution and Development
Chapter 5: ISS Systems and Sub-Systems
Chapter 6: EVA Equipment and Protocols
Chapter 7: Exercise and other countermeasures
Chapter 8: Closing in on a Closed Life Support System
Chapter 9: Future Life Support Concepts
Index.
