The concept and design of a portable oxygen device for use in the space shuttle orbiter is presented. Hardware fabrication and acceptance tests (i.e., breadboard models) are outlined and discussed. Optimization of the system (for weight, volume, safety, costs) is discussed. The device is of the rebreather type, and provides a revitalized breathing gas supply to a crewman for denitrogenization and emergency activities. Engineering drawings and photographs of the device are shown.


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    Title :

    Portable oxygen subsystem


    Publication date :

    1975-12-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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