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  • Space exploration
  • Human spaceflight
  • Accessible design

Background:

  • Human spaceflight faces significant barriers.
  • Future missions require inclusive design approaches.
  • Space tourism is an emerging, diverse field.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify barriers for people with disabilities in human spaceflight.
  • To discuss potential solutions for these barriers.
  • To inform future accessible space mission designs.

Main Methods:

  • A workshop was conducted.
  • Attendees discussed adjustments for people with disabilities.
  • Challenges were categorized into medical, physiological, subsistence, and technical.

Main Results:

  • Identified key challenges in medical, physiological, subsistence, and technical domains.
  • Generated potential solutions for overcoming these barriers.
  • Highlighted the need for accessible designs in upcoming space missions.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing accessibility is vital for future space missions.
  • Solutions identified can enhance inclusivity in space exploration.
  • This research supports the development of diverse space tourism.