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The basic health care system for the lunar base crew.

M Terai1, K Nitta

  • 1Department of Chemistry, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Technology, Japan.

Acta Astronautica
|April 1, 1991
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This study outlines an automated health care system for lunar bases, featuring daily and periodic medical checks. The system uses computer analysis to monitor crew health and alert medical personnel to abnormalities.

Area of Science:

  • Space Medicine
  • Health Systems Engineering

Background:

  • Establishing a sustainable human presence on the Moon requires robust health care infrastructure.
  • Current medical capabilities for space missions are limited, necessitating innovative solutions for long-duration stays.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and describe an automated health care system for a lunar base.
  • To outline the components and functionalities of a two-subsystem approach to crew health monitoring.

Main Methods:

  • The proposed system comprises daily health monitoring (menus, biochemical, and ordinary medical exams) and periodic inspections (bone density, radioisotope levels).
  • Automated data processing, examination, and filing are managed by a computer system, minimizing the need for on-site medical personnel.
  • The system compares daily results with historical data, triggering alerts for abnormal values and recommending further medical evaluation or re-examination.

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Main Results:

  • The automated system enables efficient and continuous health monitoring of the lunar crew.
  • It integrates with life support monitoring systems to provide a comprehensive overview of crew well-being.
  • The system facilitates early detection of health issues through automated analysis and alerts.

Conclusions:

  • An automated health care system is feasible and essential for supporting long-term lunar missions.
  • This system enhances crew safety and reduces the reliance on continuous medical supervision.
  • The integration of automated health monitoring with life support systems is crucial for extraterrestrial habitats.