Phosphene observations by astronauts on flights near and far from earth atmosphere are discussed. It was concluded that phosphenes could be observed by the naked eye. Further investigation is proposed to determine realistic human tolerance levels for extended missions and to evaluate the need to provide special spacecraft shielding.


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    Title :

    Observations of cosmic ray induced phosphenes


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    Publication date :

    1972-01-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


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    Language :

    English




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