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An automated water iodinating subsystem for manned space flightControlling microbial growth by injecting iodine (l2) into water supplies is a widely acceptable technique, but requires a specialized injection method for space flight. An electrochemical l2 injection method and l2 level monitor are discussed in this paper, which also describe iodination practices previously used in the manned space program and major l2 biocidal characteristics. The development and design of the injector and monitor are described, and results of subsequent experiments are presented. Also presented are expected vehicle penalties for utilizing the l2 injector in certain space missions, especially the Space Shuttle, and possible injector failure modes and their criticality.
Document ID
19740056397
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Houck, O. K.
(NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, Tex., United States)
Wynveen, R. A.
(Life Systems, Inc. Cleveland, Ohio, United States)
Date Acquired
August 7, 2013
Publication Date
July 1, 1974
Subject Category
Biotechnology
Report/Patent Number
ASME PAPER 74-ENAS-54
Meeting Information
Meeting: Intersociety Conference on Environmental Systems
Location: Seattle, WA
Country: US
Start Date: July 29, 1974
End Date: August 1, 1974
Sponsors: ASME, AIChE, AIAA, ASMA, SAE
Accession Number
74A39147
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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