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STS-2 medical report

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:6373094

All medically related activities of the Space Transportation System 2 flight are described, ranging from preflight to postflight. Several medical problems occured during the flight. There was marginal operation on-board potable water system caused by a malfunctioning fuel cell. Work and rest cycles by the crew were altered to maximize the scientific data acquisition. Inadequate time was allocated for food preparation and consumption. There was low water intake by the crew because of the water shortage.

Research Organization:
National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Houston, TX (USA). Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center
OSTI ID:
6373094
Report Number(s):
NASA-TM-58245; S-514
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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