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[A new approach to improving air in habitable pressurized modules]
Summary
The GALOINHALATOR IGK-02 system uses natural minerals to purify air in pressurized modules. This technology creates a healthier environment by reducing contaminants and increasing beneficial aeroions and salt aerosols.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Aerospace Medicine
- Mineralogy
Context:
- Pressurized modules, such as space cabins, require ecologically efficient and physiologically sound air regeneration.
- Maintaining air quality comparable to natural environments is crucial for human health during long-duration missions.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the GALOINHALATOR IGK-02 air scrubbing system for its ability to create habitable conditions in pressurized modules.
- To assess the system's effectiveness in controlling negative light aeroions and fine salt aerosols using eco-pure minerals.
Summary:
- The GALOINHALATOR IGK-02 system utilizes Verkhnekamsk salt rock minerals to purify air.
- Laboratory, clinical, and model tests confirmed the system's bactericidal and bacteriostatic effects.
- The system effectively adsorbs harmful volatile admixtures and controls air ionization and aerosolization.
Impact:
- Breathing decontaminated and ionized air improves human performance and immunity.
- The system aids in the prevention of chronic diseases during prolonged stays in pressurized environments.
- This technology contributes to creating sustainable and healthy living conditions in isolated environments.
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