Safety Design for Space Systems

The definitive space system safety reference, written by the most senior figures working in the field from NASA, European Space Agency and the IAASS

Gary Eugene Musgrave (Author), Axel Larsen (Author), Tommaso Sgobba (Author)

9780750685801

Hardback, published 22 April 2009

992 pages
23.4 x 19 x 4.7 cm, 1.93 kg

Progress in space safety lies in the acceptance of safety design and engineering as an integral part of the design and implementation process for new space systems. Safety must be seen as the principle design driver of utmost importance from the outset of the design process, which is only achieved through a culture change that moves all stakeholders toward front-end loaded safety concepts. This approach entails a common understanding and mastering of basic principles of safety design for space systems at all levels of the program organisation. Fully supported by the International Association for the Advancement of Space Safety (IAASS), written by the leading figures in the industry, with frontline experience from projects ranging from the Apollo missions, Skylab, the Space Shuttle and the International Space Station, this book provides a comprehensive reference for aerospace engineers in industry. It addresses each of the key elements that impact on space systems safety, including: the space environment (natural and induced); human physiology in space; human rating factors; emergency capabilities; launch propellants and oxidizer systems; life support systems; battery and fuel cell safety; nuclear power generators (NPG) safety; habitat activities; fire protection; safety-critical software development; collision avoidance systems design; operations and on-orbit maintenance.

1 Introduction to Space Safety2 The Space Environment: Natural and Induced3 Overview of Bioastronautics4 Basic Principles of Space Safety5 Human-Rating Concepts6 Life-Support Systems Safety7 Emergency Systems8 Collision Avoidance Systems9 Robotic-Systems Safety10 Meteoroid and Debris Protection11 Noise-Control Design12 Materials Safety13 Oxygen-Systems Safety14 Avionics Safety15 Software-System Safety16 Battery Safety17 Mechanical-Systems Safety18 Containment of Hazardous Materials19 Failure-Tolerance Design20 Propellant-Systems Safety21 Pyrotechnic Safety22 Extravehicular-Activity Safety23 Emergency, Caution, and Warning System24 Laser Safety25 Crew Training Safety: An Integrated Process26 Safety Considerations in the Ground Environment27 Fire Safety28 Safe-without-Services Design29 Probabilistic Risk Assessment with Emphasis on Design

Subject Areas: Astronautics [TTDS], Health & safety issues [KNXC]