Using computer graphics to design Space Station Freedom viewingAn important aspect of planning for Space Station Freedom at the United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is the placement of the viewing windows and cameras for optimum crewmember use. Researchers and analysts are evaluating the placement options using a three-dimensional graphics program called PLAID. This program, developed at the NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC), is being used to determine the extent to which the viewing requirements for assembly and operations are being met. A variety of window placement options in specific modules are assessed for accessibility. In addition, window and camera placements are analyzed to insure that viewing areas are not obstructed by the truss assemblies, externally-mounted payloads, or any other station element. Other factors being examined include anthropometric design considerations, workstation interfaces, structural issues, and mechanical elements.
Document ID
19900026251
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Goldsberry, B. S. (Lockheed Engineering and Sciences Co. Houston, TX, United States)
Lippert, B. O. (Lockheed Engineering and Sciences Co. Houston, TX, United States)
Mckee, S. D. (Lockheed Engineering and Sciences Co. Houston, TX, United States)
Lewis, J. L., Jr. (Lockheed Engineering and Sciences Co. Houston, TX, United States)
Mount, F. E. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)