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Modeling and simulation for space medicine operations: preliminary requirements consideredThe NASA Space Medicine program is now developing plans for more extensive use of high-fidelity medical simulation systems. The use of simulation is seen as means to more effectively use the limited time available for astronaut medical training. Training systems should be adaptable for use in a variety of training environments, including classrooms or laboratories, space vehicle mockups, analog environments, and in microgravity. Modeling and simulation can also provide the space medicine development program a mechanism for evaluation of other medical technologies under operationally realistic conditions. Systems and procedures need preflight verification with ground-based testing. Traditionally, component testing has been accomplished, but practical means for "human in the loop" verification of patient care systems have been lacking. Medical modeling and simulation technology offer potential means to accomplish such validation work. Initial considerations in the development of functional requirements and design standards for simulation systems for space medicine are discussed.
Document ID
20040125366
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Dawson, D. L.
(NASA Johnson Space Center Houston TX United States)
Billica, R. D.
McDonald, P. V.
Date Acquired
August 22, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 2001
Publication Information
Publication: Studies in health technology and informatics
Volume: 81
ISSN: 0926-9630
Subject Category
Man/System Technology And Life Support
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other
Keywords
Non-programmatic

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