Publication Date:
2019-08-13
Description:
Goals of Food Production in Space: NASA Human Research Program (HRP) near-term food production systems - supplement key nutrients (Vitamins B1,C, K and potassium) that degrade to inadequate levels on exploration class missions; Study behavioral health aspect - caring for plants and improving the acceptability of the astronaut diet by supplementing it with fresh produce (currently anecdotal); Develop sustainable water delivery technologies - current TRL (Technological Readiness Level) 9 particulate based systems (i.e. used in research conducted in plant growth facilities APH (Advanced Plant Habitat), Veggie, BPS (Biomass Production System), LADA/SVET (Russian space plant chamber systems)) require resupply of bulky consumables and generate waste media.
Keywords:
Life Sciences (General)
Type:
KSC-E-DAA-TN59371
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ISS (International Space Station) R & D Conference 2018; Jul 23, 2018 - Jul 26, 2018; San Francisco, CA; United States
Format:
application/pdf
