Technology for increased human productivity and safety on orbitTechnologies are addressed that can facilitate the efficient performance of station operations on the Space Station Freedom (SSF) and thereby optimize the utilization of SSF for scientific research. The dedication of SSF capabilities to scientific study and to the payload-user community is a key goal of the program. Robotics applications are discussed in terms of automating the processing of experiment materials on-orbit by transferring ampules to a furnace system or by handling plant-tissue cultures. Noncontact temperature measurement and medical support technology are considered important technologies for maximizing time for scientific purposes. Detailed examinations are conducted of other technologies including advanced data systems and furnace designs. The addition of the listed technologies can provide an environment in which scientific research is more efficient and accurate.
Document ID
19920029886
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Ambrus, Judith (NASA Office of Aeronautics, Exploration, and Technology, Washington DC, United States)
Gartrell, Charles F. (General Research Corp. Vienna, VA, United States)