Publication Date:
2019-06-28
Description:
A computer simulation study, performed to assess the ability of the cardiovascular model to reproduce the G tolerance curve (G level versus tolerance time) is reported. A composite strength duration curve derived from experimental data obtained in human centrifugation studies was used for comparison. The effects of abolishing automomic control and of blood volume loss on G tolerance were also simulated. The results provide additional validation of the model. The need for the presence of autonomic reflexes even at low levels of G is pointed out. The low margin of safety with a loss of blood volume indicated by the simulation results underscores the necessity for protective measures during Shuttle reentry.
Keywords:
AEROSPACE MEDICINE
Type:
NASA-CR-171873
,
NAS 1.26:171873
,
TIR-2114-MED-4007
Format:
application/pdf
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