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Device for mass measurement under zero-gravity conditions.

V A Sarychev1, V V Sazonov, A S Zlatorunsky

  • 1Intercosmos Council, Moscow, USSR.

Acta Astronautica
|June 1, 1980
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This study evaluates a mass-meter for measuring astronaut body mass in zero gravity. Results from Salyut 5 and 6 missions demonstrate the device's accuracy for spaceflight health monitoring.

Area of Science:

  • Space Medicine
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Human Physiology in Space

Background:

  • Accurate monitoring of astronaut body mass is crucial for maintaining health and performance during long-duration space missions.
  • Zero-gravity environments present unique challenges for traditional mass measurement methods.
  • Existing devices require validation for reliability and accuracy in spaceflight conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the properties and accuracy of a specific mass-meter designed for zero-gravity conditions.
  • To assess the feasibility of using this device for routine astronaut body mass determination.
  • To present empirical data on astronaut mass measurements conducted in orbit.

Main Methods:

  • The study involved the characterization of a mass-meter device.

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  • Accuracy estimates for mass measurements were calculated.
  • The device was deployed and utilized for measurements on the Salyut 5 and Salyut 6 orbital stations.

    • Main Results:

    • The mass-meter demonstrated specific accuracy characteristics under microgravity.
    • Empirical data on the body mass of cosmonauts aboard Salyut 5 and 6 were collected and analyzed.
    • The results provide a quantitative assessment of the device's performance in an operational space environment.

    Conclusions:

    • The investigated mass-meter is a viable tool for determining astronaut body mass in zero gravity.
    • The collected data contribute to understanding physiological changes in cosmonauts during spaceflight.
    • This technology supports ongoing efforts in space health and human performance optimization.