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This book focuses on all of the major problems associated with the
absence of body weight in space, by analyzing effects, adaption,
and re-adaptation upon returning to Earth, using sound scientific
principles embedded in a historical context. Serious problems for
space travelers range from Space Motion Sickness (SMS) to recently
discovered ocular effects that may permanently impair vision. Fluid
loss and shifts, spinal changes, and bone and muscle loss are also
all results of weightlessness. Starting with a brief definition and
history of weightlessness, the authors then address in detail each
problem as well as the countermeasures aimed at alleviating them.
In some cases, alternative hypotheses regarding what can and should
be attempted are also presented. As plans for long-term missions to
the Moon and Mars develop, it will be essential to find
countermeasures to weightlessness that are effective for missions
that could span years.
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