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Space Linear Acceleration Mass Measurement Device (SLAMMD) for the Human Research Facility (HRF)
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Abstract
The microgravity environment presents unique challenges to mass measurement. Early attempts to develop a human mass measurement device for space application include: 1) a spring oscillator design, developed by astronaut Dr. William Thornton, used in Spacelab, and 2) a linear acceleration device, developed by the former Soviet Union, used in the Mir space station.
Accurate measurement of human body mass in microgravity is important for both research and crew health care monitoring. To accommodate this requirement, the Human Research Facility (HRF) has developed an improved acceleration-based Space Linear Acceleration Mass Measurement Device (SLAMMD) for the International Space Station (ISS).
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Smith, D. and Kaufman, K., "Space Linear Acceleration Mass Measurement Device (SLAMMD) for the Human Research Facility (HRF)," SAE Technical Paper 981652, 1998, https://doi.org/10.4271/981652.Also In
References
- Technical Memorandum: The Theory and Practice of Mass Measurement in Microgravity Smith Damon C. April 1996
- Installation and Adjustment Instructions, Model 8710 Modular Incremental Encoder (W/Light Emitting Diode) Gurley Precision Instruments Troy, NY March 1996
- SLAMMD Functional Test Data and Analysis Pardue T. SLAMMD DTO CDR October 1996
- SLAMMD Hardware/Firmware Technical Reference Manual Allam K. SLAMMD DTO CDR September 1996