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Work/control stations in Space Station weightlessnessAn ergonomic integration of controls, displays, and associated interfaces with an operator, whose body geometry and dynamics may be altered by the state of weightlessness, is noted to rank in importance with the optimal positioning of controls relative to the layout and architecture of 'body-ported' work/control stations applicable to the NASA Space Station Freedom. A long-term solution to this complex design problem is envisioned to encompass the following features: multiple imaging, virtual optics, screen displays controlled by a keyboard ergonomically designed for weightlessness, cursor control, a CCTV camera, and a hand-controller featuring 'no-grip' vernier/tactile positioning. This controller frees all fingers for multiple-switch actuations, while retaining index/register determination with the hand controller. A single architectural point attachment/restraint may be used which requires no residual muscle tension in either brief or prolonged operation.
Document ID
19900062223
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Willits, Charles
(NASA Space Station Freedom Program Office Reston, VA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
July 1, 1990
Subject Category
Man/System Technology And Life Support
Report/Patent Number
SAE PAPER 901203
Accession Number
90A49278
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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