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The Future of Space Safety
Introduction
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Emily L Bulick1, Sean R Marcoz2, Gerard C.R. Moore3, Abraham J Mow4
The Challenger
Outer space is the great unknown and many things
can go wrong that must be planned far ahead of time
The astronauts must consent to the risk they are
undertaking
In the past the challenger accident was a wakeup call hence, NASA increased its safety procedures
•
•
•
Safety Protocols on the ISS
•
•
Safety during Takeoff
• Launch Abort System (LAS)
Launched 01/28/1986
• Capsule can be separated from the main rocket
The shuttle exploded 73
during takeoff if needed
seconds after launching
•
Parachutes
will
deploy
and
safely
bring
the
capsule
killing the 7-person crew
back to Earth’s surface
The launch was delayed a
• Pad Abort
few days from the original
date of launch
• System that carries the crew away from the
Florida suffered a severe ice
launchpad during an engine malfunction
storm which reduced the
Safety
during
Flight
resiliency of 2 rubber O-rings
which caused the explosion • Collision Avoidance
• Florida's average Jan temp is • One spacecraft will change its course while the other
58° F whereas the temp at
spacecraft maintains its current course
the time of launch was 28° F
Crew members are trained on fire drills, cleanup
activities, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), inspections,
hazard communication, and emergency response
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety during Landing
• Laboratory Environment
• Splashproof goggles
• Gloves & mask
• Same LAS can be used when descending back to Earth
• Diverts away from freefalling rocket
Housekeeping
Spacewalks (Extra Vehicular Activities, EVA)
• Important for the continuation of a safe and healthful
work environment
• Cleansing of frequently used surfaces
• Cleaning of computers and other technology to prevent
over heating (vents)
• Eliminating dust accumulation (provides airflow)
• Keeping ignition sources & flammable material separate
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•
•
•
•
Safety Walkthroughs
• Allows for people trained in identifying hazards through
watching videos. This occurs every 6 months
throughout the entire interior of the ISS
• The video is evaluated by engineers on the ground to
instruct astronauts to make necessary changes
Space Craft Safety
Safety Before and After Mission
• Before leaving and after returning the crew is put into
quarantine for 14 days
• Also included with the crew is a doctor in case of any
problems
Work includes exterior repairs, installing equipment,
and doing experiments that require the skill
and dexterity that robots cannot do
EVA's are performed during minimal solar activity
Tasks are physically demanding due to the pressurized
resistance of the suits
Astronauts are in constant contact with crew and
ground control
Astronauts use handrails for exterior movement,
tethered onto at least one place, and are equipped
with a jetpack in case of an emergency
Conclusion
NASA gives certification based off the design of the
spacecraft
• NASA requires two demo flights to the ISS, one
unmanned and the other manned
• Crafts must include 5 systems that support the safety of
the crew
• Through our research we concluded that NASA values human life more than the overall cost of these missions
• This is seen in the uncountable technological advances, procedures, programs and guidelines in place
• Without NASA’s commitment to safety more accidents like the challenger explosion could happen
Sources: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-a-spacewalk-learn-why-astronauts-perform-spacewalks-and-how-astronauts-train-for-spacewalks#what-kind-of-spacesuits-are-required-for-spacewalks,
https://www.britannica.com/event/Challenger-disaster, https://www.nasa.gov/feature/top-five-technologies-needed-for-a-spacecraft-to-survive-deep-space, https://www.wired.com/story/how-nasa-certifies-new-spacecraft-safeenough-for-humans/, https://sma.nasa.gov/docs/default-source/safety-messages/safetymessage-workplacesafetyoniss-2015-10-05.pdf?sfvrsn=44be5f8_2
Department of: 1 Political Science 2 & 3 Safety Management 4 Business Management
This is a project for Dr. Mukherjee’s Space Science class
Introduction
•
•
•
Emily L Bulick1, Sean R Marcoz2, Gerard C.R. Moore3, Abraham J Mow4
The Challenger
Outer space is the great unknown and many things
can go wrong that must be planned far ahead of time
The astronauts must consent to the risk they are
undertaking
In the past the challenger accident was a wakeup call hence, NASA increased its safety procedures
•
•
•
Safety Protocols on the ISS
•
•
Safety during Takeoff
• Launch Abort System (LAS)
Launched 01/28/1986
• Capsule can be separated from the main rocket
The shuttle exploded 73
during takeoff if needed
seconds after launching
•
Parachutes
will
deploy
and
safely
bring
the
capsule
killing the 7-person crew
back to Earth’s surface
The launch was delayed a
• Pad Abort
few days from the original
date of launch
• System that carries the crew away from the
Florida suffered a severe ice
launchpad during an engine malfunction
storm which reduced the
Safety
during
Flight
resiliency of 2 rubber O-rings
which caused the explosion • Collision Avoidance
• Florida's average Jan temp is • One spacecraft will change its course while the other
58° F whereas the temp at
spacecraft maintains its current course
the time of launch was 28° F
Crew members are trained on fire drills, cleanup
activities, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), inspections,
hazard communication, and emergency response
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Safety during Landing
• Laboratory Environment
• Splashproof goggles
• Gloves & mask
• Same LAS can be used when descending back to Earth
• Diverts away from freefalling rocket
Housekeeping
Spacewalks (Extra Vehicular Activities, EVA)
• Important for the continuation of a safe and healthful
work environment
• Cleansing of frequently used surfaces
• Cleaning of computers and other technology to prevent
over heating (vents)
• Eliminating dust accumulation (provides airflow)
• Keeping ignition sources & flammable material separate
•
•
•
•
•
Safety Walkthroughs
• Allows for people trained in identifying hazards through
watching videos. This occurs every 6 months
throughout the entire interior of the ISS
• The video is evaluated by engineers on the ground to
instruct astronauts to make necessary changes
Space Craft Safety
Safety Before and After Mission
• Before leaving and after returning the crew is put into
quarantine for 14 days
• Also included with the crew is a doctor in case of any
problems
Work includes exterior repairs, installing equipment,
and doing experiments that require the skill
and dexterity that robots cannot do
EVA's are performed during minimal solar activity
Tasks are physically demanding due to the pressurized
resistance of the suits
Astronauts are in constant contact with crew and
ground control
Astronauts use handrails for exterior movement,
tethered onto at least one place, and are equipped
with a jetpack in case of an emergency
Conclusion
NASA gives certification based off the design of the
spacecraft
• NASA requires two demo flights to the ISS, one
unmanned and the other manned
• Crafts must include 5 systems that support the safety of
the crew
• Through our research we concluded that NASA values human life more than the overall cost of these missions
• This is seen in the uncountable technological advances, procedures, programs and guidelines in place
• Without NASA’s commitment to safety more accidents like the challenger explosion could happen
Sources: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-a-spacewalk-learn-why-astronauts-perform-spacewalks-and-how-astronauts-train-for-spacewalks#what-kind-of-spacesuits-are-required-for-spacewalks,
https://www.britannica.com/event/Challenger-disaster, https://www.nasa.gov/feature/top-five-technologies-needed-for-a-spacecraft-to-survive-deep-space, https://www.wired.com/story/how-nasa-certifies-new-spacecraft-safeenough-for-humans/, https://sma.nasa.gov/docs/default-source/safety-messages/safetymessage-workplacesafetyoniss-2015-10-05.pdf?sfvrsn=44be5f8_2
Department of: 1 Political Science 2 & 3 Safety Management 4 Business Management
This is a project for Dr. Mukherjee’s Space Science class
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