EVA Physiology & Medical Considerations Working in a Spacesuit
Discipline: Environmental Control/Life Support
This “EVA Physiology & Medical Considerations Working in a Suit” presentation covers several topics related to the medical implications and physiological effects of suited operations in space from the perspective of a physician with considerable first-hand Extravehicular Activity (EVA) experience. Key themes include EVA physiology – working in a pressure suit in the vacuum of space, basic EVA life support and work support, Thermal Protection System (TPS) inspections and repairs, and discussions of the physical challenges of an EVA. Parazynski covers the common injuries and significant risks during EVAs, as well as physical training required to prepare for EVAs. He also shares overall suit physiological and medical knowledge with the next generation of Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU) system designers.
Presenters:
Dr. Scott ParazynskiLinks
- Slides
- Confirmation of Attendance
- Scott Parazynski's Biography
- NASA U.S. Spacesuit Knowledge Capture Website
- U.S. Spacesuit Knowledge Capture Program Catalog
- Environmental Control/Life Support Catalog (NESC Academy)
- NESC Academy Online
- Environmental Control/Life Support Community of Practice
- Feedback
