Psychology and Human Performance in Space Programs: Research at the Frontier

Psychology and Human Performance in Space Programs: Research at the Frontier explores the recent growth of knowledge in space research, resulting tools and techniques, and the research needed to protect humans in space. It examines the current practices of leaders in the field at NASA and academia, comparing astronaut data with data from analogous extreme environments. The book discusses the influence of human factors and physiological health on individual and team job performance and social cohesion, and the physical and psychological hazards of space. It also includes an essay from retired astronaut Clay Anderson on his experiences in space and thoughts on future missions.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 298 pages
\n Publication date: 09 October 2020
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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In Psychology and Human Performance in Space Programs: Research at the Frontier, esteemed space researchers from diverse fields of expertise come together to provide a comprehensive summary of the recent advancements, innovative tools, and techniques, and the ongoing research required to safeguard humans in space. This groundbreaking book delves into the current practices of leaders in the field, both at NASA and in academia, as they strive to compose, train, and support astronaut crews for future missions to Mars. By examining astronaut data alongside data from analogous extreme environments such as mission simulation habitats, this volume offers valuable insights by contrasting and comparing different approaches.

The book discusses the influence of human factors and physiological health on individual and team job performance, as well as social cohesion, within the context of current International Space Station missions. It provides an overview of the physical and psychological hazards of space and the challenges posed by conducting space-related applied psychology research. Using the framework of a long-duration Mars mission, the book explores adaptation and resilience, technical and team training, technological advancements related to working and living in space, and human interaction with onboard systems.

Additionally, the book includes an insightful essay by retired astronaut Clay Anderson, who shares his experiences in space and offers his thoughts on future missions to the moon and Mars. This first of two volumes is a valuable resource for professionals in the field of human factors and psychology at work, as well as academics studying human performance in extreme environments and aerospace. It serves as a testament to the ongoing efforts to push the boundaries of human exploration and understanding in the vast realm of space.

\n Weight: 652g\n
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781138339866\n \n