| Managing Space Radiation Risk in the New Era of Space Exploration Contributor(s): National Research Council (Author), Division on Engineering and Physical Sci (Author), Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board (Author) |
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ISBN: 0309113830 ISBN-13: 9780309113830 Publisher: National Academies Press OUR PRICE: $42.75 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: June 2008 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Space Science |
| Dewey: 612.014 |
| LCCN: 2008298479 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 8.4" W x 10.8" (0.85 lbs) 117 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: As part of the Vision for Space Exploration (VSE), NASA is planning for humans to revisit the Moon and someday go to Mars. An important consideration in this effort is protection against the exposure to space radiation. That radiation might result in severe long-term health consequences for astronauts on such missions if they are not adequately shielded. To help with these concerns, NASA asked the NRC to further the understanding of the risks of space radiation, to evaluate radiation shielding requirements, and recommend a strategic plan for developing appropriate mitigation capabilities. This book presents an assessment of current knowledge of the radiation environment; an examination of the effects of radiation on biological systems and mission equipment; an analysis of current plans for radiation protection; and a strategy for mitigating the risks to VSE astronauts. |