Mission ISS XR Study: A study about adapting to micro g extended reality

A study was conducted in Mission ISS XR to evaluate how well participants adapted to a simulated microgravity environment. This study sent six participants through two different scenarios within the program. Each scenario included four trigger events in which specific measures were recorded including observations from those executing the study and a self reported survey at the end of the experience. The subjects were given a pre- and post-survey to collect data such as prior experience with simulations or motion sickness. The data collected resulted in an overall understanding of the participants\u27 motor skills, navigational skills, stress levels, motion sickness, and general confusion within the program. The scenario involved a crisis on the ISS where the participant located specific objects within fifteen minutes. A predetermined rubric using the time and order of objects found, graded the participants motor and navigational skills. To ensure all subjects had equal assistance throughout the simulation, each scenario utilized a specific script written and followed by the observers. The results of this study showed that most of the participants understood the tasks and what was needed to complete the tasks. However simulation sickness was the main reason for not completing the tasks

Space Debris: The prevention and removal of orbital debris

The ever increasing popularity of space travel brings about important innovative discoveries, however the expanding presence of debris in space poses a threat to the security of Low Earth Orbits. This project aims to address the orbital debris problem through a multifaceted approach. The project will consider unique solutions for debris mitigation and removal, describe current policies that address de-orbiting satellites after their useful life and space traffic management. In addition, it addresses the problem from a technical standpoint including categorizing existing debris and current removal solutions, both successful and not. Through this project, we hope to enact positive change in local and national space law by proposing orbital debris mitigation and satellite removal policies to governing officials. On the technical side, we will brainstorm ideas for a debris removal concept based on our research of existing solutions, which will eventually lead to a working prototype of our design. Another product of this research is to provide an educational resource on the topic of space debris, bringing light to the problem. The collection of information is ongoing as we continue to learn about existing debris in space

Project Aether

The increasing popularity of space travel brings about important innovative discoveries. However, the expanding presence of debris in space poses a threat to the security of low Earth orbits. This project aims to address the orbital debris problem through a multifaceted approach. The project will consider unique debris mitigation and removal solutions and describe the current policies pertaining to de-orbiting satellites after their useful life. In addition, Project Aether considers the problem from a technical standpoint, including categorizing existing debris and existing removal solutions, both successful and not. The team will enact positive change in local and national space law through this project by proposing orbital debris mitigation and satellite removal policies to governing officials. On the technical side, the team will brainstorm ideas for a debris removal concept based on compiled research of existing solutions, eventually leading to a working prototype. This research will provide an educational resource on the topic of space debris, bringing light to the problem. The collection of information is ongoing as Project Aether continues