The requirements for exercise in space by means of locomotion are established and addressed with prototype treadmills for use during long-duration spaceflight. The adaptation of the human body to microgravity is described in terms of 1-G locomotor biomechanics, the effects of reduced activity, and effective activity-replacement techniques. The treadmill is introduced as a complement to other techniques of force replacement with reference given to the angle required for exercise. A motor-driven unit is proposed that can operate at a variety of controlled speeds and equivalent grades. The treadmills permit locomotor exercise as required for long-duration space travel to sustain locomotor and cardiorespiratory capacity at a level consistent with postflight needs.


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    Title :

    Locomotor exercise in weightlessness


    Contributors:
    Thornton, W. (author) / Whitmore, H. (author)

    Publication date :

    1991-07-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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