Abstract
Access systems for partial gravity planetary exploration are described that may allow humans in spacesuits safe access to scientifically significant terrain on the Moon and Mars. Contingency scenarios are presented for effective rescue of astronauts from flat and sloped terrain. Conclusions and recommendations are offered for Earth-based field testing and potential inclusion of access systems in the larger Lunar surface system architecture.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | SAE Technical Papers |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | 36th International Conference on Environmental Systems, ICES 2006 - Norfolk, VA, United States Duration: Jul 17 2006 → Jul 20 2006 |
Other
Other | 36th International Conference on Environmental Systems, ICES 2006 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | Norfolk, VA |
Period | 7/17/06 → 7/20/06 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Automotive Engineering
- Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
- Pollution
- Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering