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Collision in space.

S R Ellis1

  • 1Advanced Displays and Spatial Perception Group at NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA 94035, USA. silly@eos.arc.nasa.gov

Ergonomics in Design : the Magazine of Human Factors Applications
|August 7, 2002
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The 1997 Mir space station collision resulted from a chain of events, not just piloting errors. Human factors like workplace stress, fatigue, and outdated training were critical contributors to this space safety incident.

Area of Science:

  • Space Safety
  • Human Factors Engineering
  • Aerospace Operations

Background:

  • The 1997 collision between the Russian Progress 234 spacecraft and the Mir space station caused significant damage and nearly necessitated crew evacuation.
  • The incident highlights the complex interplay of factors leading to major space accidents, extending beyond immediate operational errors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and analyze the pervasive human factors contributing to the Mir-Progress collision.
  • To understand how elements like workplace stress, fatigue, and training currency influence space mission safety.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of the chain of events leading to the Mir-Progress collision.
  • Review of contributing factors identified by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Russian Space Agency.
Keywords:
NASA Center ARCNASA Discipline Space Human Factors

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  • Examination of human performance under operational stressors in space environments.

    • Main Results:

    • The collision was not solely due to piloting errors but a consequence of a preceding chain of events.
    • Workplace stress, fatigue, and sleep deprivation were identified as significant contributory factors.
    • Inadequate or outdated crew training for complex tasks emerged as a potential future risk factor.

    Conclusions:

    • Human factors play a critical and pervasive role in space mission safety and accident causation.
    • Addressing workplace stress, fatigue, and ensuring up-to-date crew training are essential for preventing future space incidents.
    • A comprehensive understanding of human factors is crucial for enhancing the safety and reliability of long-duration spaceflight and complex space operations.