The Human Body And Weightlessness

Author : William Thornton,Frederick Bonato
Publisher : Springer
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2017-10-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319328294

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The Human Body and Weightlessness by William Thornton,Frederick Bonato Pdf

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.

Author : Michael Fullerton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2010-09-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1452844658

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Effects of Weightlessness by Michael Fullerton Pdf

This book examines the generally bad effects of weightlessness on the human body, which can include loss of bone and skeletal muscle mass, heart atrophy, immune system dysfunction and neurological problems. A large number of peer reviewed scientific studies are looked at and commented on. Some of the results of these studies have profound implications, which the author is not shy about pointing out. First hand accounts of the effects of weightlessness on a number of astronauts and cosmonauts are described and commented on. Other sources of information, including websites, are looked at if their ideas relating to weightlessness are interesting and seem well supported by facts. The ideas in this book are important to anyone who goes on a long space mission, especially to Mars or a nearby asteroid. Since the effects of weightlessness on the human body are similar to aging, except much faster, the author feels that this subject has relevance to almost everybody. The best known antidote to the effects of weightlessness has been found to be exercise, which is also able to slow down at least some of the effects of aging on Earth.

Author : W. Braune,O. Fischer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 102 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783642696114

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On the Centre of Gravity of the Human Body by W. Braune,O. Fischer Pdf

It is matter of some surprise that this treasury of information concerning the centres of gravity of various parts of the human body has remained hidden not only from the English speaking world for obvious reasons, but also to some degree from the Ger mans themselves. What is less surprising is t!1at this work is a monument to the renouned German thoroughness as demon strated by the relentless pursuit of data and the meticulous ac curacy of the conclusions. However, these scientific investigations carried out in Leipzig must be viewed in the intellectual climate of the time. In the lat ter half of the nineteenth century, and later, Germany underwent an intellectual explosion. It was the age of Rhumkorff, Max Planck, the Weber brothers and Gottingen University. It was said that science came to life during discussions on the train be tween Gottingen and Berlin. So the scene was set and Braune and Fischer made good use of it and fulfilled their role as mem bers of the Royal Scientific Society of Saxony. When Pauwels (1935) analysed the static and dynamic forces exerted on the hip joint when standing and when walking, he needed data concerning the centres of gravity of the human body and of its different segments. I was faced with the same pre requisite when I studied the forces acting on the knee (1976).

Author : Salih Angin,Ibrahim Simsek
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 577 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2020-03-17
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780128122402

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Comparative Kinesiology of the Human Body by Salih Angin,Ibrahim Simsek Pdf

Comparative Kinesiology of the Human Body: Normal and Pathological Conditions covers changes in musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiopulmonary systems that, when combined, are the three pillars of human movement. It examines the causes, processes, consequences and contexts of physical activity from different perspectives and life stages, from early childhood to the elderly. The book explains how purposeful movement of the human body is affected by pathological conditions related to any of these major systems. Coverage also includes external and internal factors that affect human growth patterns and development throughout the lifespan (embryo, child, adult and geriatrics). This book is the perfect reference for researchers in kinesiology, but it is also ideal for clinicians and students involved in rehabilitation practice. Includes in-depth coverage of the mechanical behavior of the embryo as one of the major determinants of human movement throughout the lifecycle Provides a comparison of human movement between normal and pathological conditions Addresses each body region in functional and dysfunctional kinesiological terms

Author : Luka Tunjic
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2005-12
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781411665514

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Obesity, Gravity, Strength and Balance by Luka Tunjic Pdf

Here is a ground breaking discovery about the weight and shape of the human body. It explains the underlying mechanism of building body weight. It explains the underlying mechanism of fat distribution on the body. Every one will be able to have control about their weight and shape of their own body. This discovery will save people from drastic measures such as obesity surgery. Following the exercises for improving physical balance as described in Part Two of this book, you will loose your undesirable body weight. You will achieve desirable shape of the body, achieve to reverse ageing process to some extent, and improve your health in general.

Author : Herman Noordung
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1995-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780788118494

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The Problem with Space Travel by Herman Noordung Pdf

A translation from German of a 1929 treatise by the author. Deals with the problem of the space travel. Expresses ideas about rocketry and space travel. Extensive treatment of the engineering aspects of a space station. Extensive bibliography. 100 drawings.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 668 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Electronic
ISBN : STANFORD:36105016024163

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Anthropometric source book by Anonim Pdf

Author : Lawrence Davis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 590 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 201?
Category : Physics
ISBN : OCLC:1088411969

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Body Physics by Lawrence Davis Pdf

"Body Physics was designed to meet the objectives of a one-term high school or freshman level course in physical science, typically designed to provide non-science majors and undeclared students with exposure to the most basic principles in physics while fulfilling a science-with-lab core requirement. The content level is aimed at students taking their first college science course, whether or not they are planning to major in science. However, with minor supplementation by other resources, such as OpenStax College Physics, this textbook could easily be used as the primary resource in 200-level introductory courses. Chapters that may be more appropriate for physics courses than for general science courses are noted with an asterisk symbol (*). Of course this textbook could be used to supplement other primary resources in any physics course covering mechanics and thermodynamics"--Textbook Web page.

Author : Irving P. Herman
Publisher : Springer
Page : 953 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319239323

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Physics of the Human Body by Irving P. Herman Pdf

This book comprehensively addresses the physics and engineering aspects of human physiology by using and building on first-year college physics and mathematics. Topics include the mechanics of the static body and the body in motion, the mechanical properties of the body, muscles in the body, the energetics of body metabolism, fluid flow in the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, the acoustics of sound waves in speaking and hearing, vision and the optics of the eye, the electrical properties of the body, and the basic engineering principles of feedback and control in regulating all aspects of function. The goal of this text is to clearly explain the physics issues concerning the human body, in part by developing and then using simple and subsequently more refined models of the macrophysics of the human body. Many chapters include a brief review of the underlying physics. There are problems at the end of each chapter; solutions to selected problems are also provided. This second edition enhances the treatments of the physics of motion, sports, and diseases and disorders, and integrates discussions of these topics as they appear throughout the book. Also, it briefly addresses physical measurements of and in the body, and offers a broader selection of problems, which, as in the first edition, are geared to a range of student levels. This text is geared to undergraduates interested in physics, medical applications of physics, quantitative physiology, medicine, and biomedical engineering.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Aeronautics, Military
ISBN : UIUC:30112075628724

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Aerospace Science by Anonim Pdf

Author : Arnauld E. Nicogossian,James F. Parker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Space environment
ISBN : NASA:31769000420326

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Space Physiology and Medicine by Arnauld E. Nicogossian,James F. Parker Pdf

2009 life science book award from IAA.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Medicine, Naval
ISBN : MINN:31951P00603975R

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Navy Medicine by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Aeronautics
ISBN : MINN:30000006324267

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Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports by Anonim Pdf

Author : Arnauld E. Nicogossian
Publisher : AIAA
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1563471809

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Humans in Spaceflight by Arnauld E. Nicogossian Pdf

This third volume in the Space Biology and Medicine series addresses the major issues concerning humans in space, such as metabolism, the immune system, neurosensory and sensory motor functions, gravitational biology, radiation, pharmacokinetics and much more. It is composed of two parts: Effects of Microgravity and Effects of Other Spaceflight Factors. As in the previous two volumes, the contributing authors are experts in their respective fields.

Author : Ray Rizzo
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 247 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2012-01-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781462041633

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Weightlessness by Ray Rizzo Pdf

As a child, author Ray Rizzo suffered a head injury that left him with severe headaches and occasional visionary states. At seventeen, he began to study yoga and to practice fasting, meditation, and shamanism, which alleviated his chronic symptoms. In his own recovery, he discovered an ability to assist others in their healing processes-a quest that would culminate in a traditional shamanic apprenticeship deep in the Amazon jungle. There, after nearly a month of isolation and using more than ten years of experience in the healing arts, he developed his unique synthesis. The style is no style. The goal is to practice what is most efficient and effective. Weightlessness includes guidance on a number of techniques and topics, including the Sun Salute; the Swimming Dragon; hatha yoga; essential Pilates; secret chi kung forms; therapeutic exercises; optimal nutrition; breathing; metaphysics. Whether you are an athlete, yoga practitioner, dancer, or martial artist-or even if you are new to movement-this guide can help you, in as little as fifteen minutes a day, to transform your body-mind, deepen your practice, increase energy, overcome injuries, and discover the feeling of Weightlessness.