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Space shuttle productivity and error prevention. Analyzed human-initiated
incidents in orbiter vehicle turnaround operations to identify contributing
factors. Developed a plan for error prevention and enhanced operational
effectiveness which addresses incentives, communications, coordination,
mental preparedness, training, procedural issues, disciplinary strategy,
fatigue, human factors engineering, and organizational factors. (Rockwell
International)
Space station habitability design recommendations. Conducted
a systematic comparative analysis of conditions analogous to a NASA
space station. The method involved literature reviews concerning conditions
of isolation and confinement (e.g., Antarctic research stations, submarines,
Skylab, etc.), and detailed interviews with operational personnel.
Results were used to develop habitability design recommendations to
enhance human performance during long-duration space missions. (NASA,
Ames Research Center)
Design of inter-planetary space craft and lunar bases. Conducted
a study to identify performance measures for remotely monitoring the
psychological adjustment of crew personnel to isolated and confined
habitats. The study focuses on Antarctic research stations and long-duration
expeditions as analogues. Developed habitability recommendations to
guide the design of lunar bases and space craft intended for a mission
to Mars. (NASA-Johnson Space Center)
Human factors support to the European Space Agency. Provided
human factors design support to Avions Marcel Dassault, Aeritalia,
and the European Space Agency (ESA) regarding space craft design issues
for extended duration space missions. Provided design recommendations
for space stations, lunar bases, and interplanetary space craft. Contributed
to ESA's HABEMSI study team, which included a cosmonaut, a spationaute,
an architect, a physician, a physiologist, and an anthropologist.
Design of military rail cars. Provided human factors support
to the Rail Garrison program. Coordinated a 32-day study of human
performance and adjustment to conditions of isolation and confinement.
Managed a team of engineers, worked closely with Air Force and contractor
personnel, developed and implemented performance and habitability
measures, and conducted/coordinated 24-hour audio-video monitoring
of 23 human subjects during the performance of four simulated Rail
Garrison missions. (Rockwell International)
The Relative Importance of Behavioral Issues in Isolation and Confinement.
Conducted a study for NASA to identify behavioral issues associated
with long duration isolation and confinement at the French Antarctic
base at Dumont d'Urville and at remote duty stations in the Indian
Ocean. Performed a content analysis of the diaries maintained for
this purpose by the expedition leaders and physicians as part of the
International Antarctic Psychological Program. The research involved
the cooperation of NASA, the French space agency (CNES), and the French
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