Habitability design elements for a space stationHabitability in space refers to the components, characteristics, conditions, and design parameters that go beyond but include the basic life sustaining requirements. Elements of habitability covered include internal environment, architecture, mobility and restraint, food, clothing, personal hygiene, housekeeping, communications, and crew activities. All elements are interrelated and need to be treated as an overall discipline. Designing for a space station is similar to designing on earth but with 'space rules' instead of ground rules. It is concluded that some habitability problems require behavioral science solutions.
Document ID
19840047066
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Dalton, M. C. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)