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Trends in space life support.

A I Skoog1, A O Brouillet

  • 1Dornier System GmbH, Friedrichshafen, FRG.

Acta Astronautica
|September 1, 1981
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Physico-chemical life support systems (LSS) advance spacecraft environmental control. For long-duration missions, biological life support systems are essential for food generation and waste regeneration to reduce costs.

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Area of Science:

  • Space exploration technology
  • Environmental engineering
  • Bioregenerative systems

Background:

  • Advancements in physico-chemical life support systems (LSS) are crucial for extended space missions.
  • Current LSS provide essential functions like air revitalization, water reclamation, and waste management.
  • Physico-chemical systems have limitations for very long-duration missions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the progress of physico-chemical components for regenerative life support systems (LSS).
  • To highlight the necessity of biological life support systems for future long-duration space flights.
  • To identify key areas for developing sustainable space habitats.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent advancements in LSS technology.

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  • Analysis of the capabilities and limitations of current and proposed LSS.
  • Synthesis of requirements for future space habitat life support.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant progress has been made in developing physico-chemical LSS components.
    • Physico-chemical systems offer vital functions for shorter extended missions.
    • Biological life support systems are identified as essential for food generation and waste recycling in long-term missions.

    Conclusions:

    • Physico-chemical LSS are foundational for current space exploration needs.
    • Biological life support systems are indispensable for the economic viability and sustainability of permanent space habitats.
    • Integrating both physico-chemical and biological systems will be key for future space exploration.