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Results of the Purdue University GAS-1 payloadThe Purdue University GAS-1 payload was flown on STS-7. Results of the three experiments included in the payload are summarized. The experiments conducted were: (1) the detection of nuclear particles in near-Earth space environment, (2) an investigation of the effect of microgravity on the germination of sunflower seeds, and (3) an examination of the motion of mercury under low gravity conditions. Results of the payload experiments are discussed from an engineering design standpoint. Data were obtained from one of the experiments, but electrical and mechanical malfunctions prevented the operation of the other two. The thermal control design maintained the desired temperatures and the structure successfully supported all components. The microprocessor collected and stored temperature readings and other data during the flight. A series of recommendations based on these results are included herein.
Document ID
19840019692
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Perez, R.
(Purdue Univ. West Lafayette, IN, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
July 1, 1984
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Goddard Space Flight Center Get Away Spec. Expt. Symp.
Subject Category
Astronautics (General)
Accession Number
84N27760
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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