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Computer modeling for advanced life support system analysis.

A Drysdale1

  • 1Boeing, Kennedy Space Center, FL 32815, USA. alan.drysdale-1@ksc.nasa.gov

Life Support & Biosphere Science : International Journal of Earth Space
|January 1, 1997
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This study introduces an equivalent mass approach for advanced life support systems, detailing a computer model for NASA

Area of Science:

  • Space exploration and life support systems engineering.
  • Bioregenerative life support systems.
  • Systems modeling and simulation.

Background:

  • Advanced life support systems are crucial for long-duration space missions.
  • Current analysis methods may not fully capture system dynamics.
  • The equivalent mass approach offers a novel perspective for system evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present an equivalent mass approach for advanced life support system analysis.
  • To describe a computer model developed for this approach.
  • To report early modeling results for the NASA JSC BioPlex.

Main Methods:

  • Developed an object-oriented computer model using the G2 modeling package.
  • Incorporated cost factor equivalencies for Volosin scenarios.
Keywords:
NASA Center KSCNASA Discipline Life Support Systems

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  • Utilized plant data from NASA KSC and Utah State University (USU).
  • Integrated BioPlex configuration data into the model.

    • Main Results:

    • Early modeling results highlight the significance of high plant productivity.
    • The importance of a flight-like configuration for system efficiency was identified.
    • The model provides insights into the performance of the BioPlex system.

    Conclusions:

    • The equivalent mass approach is a viable method for advanced life support system analysis.
    • The developed computer model effectively simulates system performance.
    • Optimizing plant productivity and configuration is key for successful space life support.