[On ergonomics of spacesuit]

Space Med Med Eng (Beijing). 1999 Oct;12(5):371-5.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

The concept and the connotation of spacesuit ergonomics are specified. The method of ergonomics was applied to spacesuit design and the design demands for comfort, fitting and space compatibility of spacesuit are indicated systematically by applying anthropometry and building spacesuit size system (including weightlessness). Flexibility and posture of spacesuit are indicated with human mechanics (including weightlessness). The present situation of ergonomic research of spacesuit is discussed simply.

MeSH terms

  • Anthropometry
  • Biomechanical Phenomena
  • Equipment Design
  • Ergonomics*
  • Extravehicular Activity*
  • Humans
  • Range of Motion, Articular
  • Space Flight / instrumentation*
  • Space Suits*
  • Task Performance and Analysis
  • Weightlessness*