Spacefaring

by Harrison, Albert A.

• ISBN13: 9780520236776
• ISBN10: 0520236777
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-10-01
• Publisher: Univ of California Pr

Summary

A study of how human psychology has been affected by past missions to space and an examination of why psychology will be an increasingly important element to consider in the future.

Author Biography

Albert A. Harrison is Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Davis

Table of Contents

Preface	xi
Acknowledgments	xvii
Why Space?	1	(18)
The Beckoning Heavens
Knowledge Motives
Advancing Science and Technology
Education and Human Resource Development
Economic Motives
Spin-Offs
Managing Life on Planet Earth
Use of Space Resources
Space Tourism
Psychological and Social Motives
Personal Motivation
Uniting Humanity
Conclusion
Spaceflight Human Factors	19	(19)
Systems
Human Factors
The Changing Conditions of Spaceflight
Lessons from Space, Lessons from Earth
Spaceflight
Simulated Spaceflight Environments
Maritime Environments
Polar Environments
Conclusion
Hazards and Countermeasures	38	(20)
Environmental Risks
Acceleration
Microgravity
Radiation
Maintaining Health in Space
Preventative Measures
In-Flight Medical Treatment
Conclusion
Life Support	58	(22)
Spacecraft and Habitats
Visiting Space and the Race to the Moon
Shuttles and Space Stations
Life Support Systems
Artificial Atmosphere
Temperature
Water
Food
Clothing
Waste Management
In Situ Resource Utilization
Biospheres
Planetary Engineering
Conclusion
Habitability	80	(18)
Architectural Considerations
Forms and Configurations
Deployable Structures
Privacy
Functional Aesthetics
Lighting
Sound Control
Odor Control
Conclusion
Selection and Training	98	(19)
Selection
Basic Qualifications
Psychological Criteria
Ability
Stability
Social Compatibility
Training
Informal and Formal Training
Applying Principles of Learning
Simulators
Education in Space
Conclusion
Stress and Coping	117	(20)
Sources of Stress
Physical Environmental Stressors
Interpersonal Stressors
Organizational Stressors
Consequences of Stress
Cognitive Effects
Health
Psychological Reactions over Time
Managing Stress
Personal Coping
Peer Support
Psychological Support Groups
Psychiatric Health Maintenance Facilities
Conclusion
Group Dynamics	137	(21)
Crew Composition
Crew Size
Age
Gender and Ethnicity
International Crews
Group Structure and Process
Leadership
Communication
Conformity
Cohesiveness
Decision Making
Conflict
Factionalism
Conflicts with Mission Control
Conclusion
At Work	158	(15)
Spaceflight Conditions and Human Performance
Perception
Circadian Rhythms
Working in Microgravity
Space Suits and Extravehicular Activities
Role Loading
The Spacefarer's Tool Kit
Work Spaces
Basic Tools
Partnering with Intelligent Machines
Assigning Tasks to People and Machines
Trust
Who's in Charge Here?
Conclusion
Mishaps	173	(17)
Failures and Errors
Psychological Factors
Small-Group Factors
Organizational Factors
Designs
Quality and Reliability
Safety Devices
User-Friendly Designs
Keeping the Operator in the Loop
Conclusion
Off Duty	190	(16)
Self-Maintenance
Personal Hygiene
Eating and Drinking
Sleeping
Sex in Space
Leisure Time Activities
Self-Improvement
Recreation
Maintaining Contact with Family and Friends
Down to Earth
Family Relationships
Working with the Public
Retirement
Conclusion
Space Tourism	206	(16)
Tourist-Friendly Spaceflight
Who Can Go?
Tourist Accommodations
Tourist Activities
Suborbital Flights
Orbital Flights
Hotels and Resorts
Fitting In
Tourists and Professionals
Environmental Protection
Conclusion
Space Settlements	222	(19)
Visions of the Future
Moonbase
Mars
Orbiting Colonies
The Millennial Project
Life on the High Frontier
Existence Needs
Relatedness Needs
Growth Needs
Conclusion
Interstellar Migration	241	(21)
Starflight
Destinations
Interstellar Spacecraft
Multigeneration Missions
Slowships
Fastships
Single-Generation Missions
Shorten the Flight
Lengthen Life
Interstellar Humanity
Population
Cultures
Interstellar Politics
Conclusion
Restoring the Dream	262	(19)
What Went Wrong on the Way to the Future?
Public Opinion
Constituencies
Organizational Dynamics
Back to the Future
Cutting Costs
Partnerships
Conclusion
Notes	281	(32)
Index	313