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The temperature of the atmosphere is an important aspect of the heat balance that must be maintained in the bodies of the astronauts. The shuttle provides temperature control within a range of 1 8°C to 27°C (64°-81 °F). Since there are differences in opinion over what temperature is the most comfortable to work in (just think of how some people you know feel really cold when others are warm), the astronauts onboard the shuttle can modify their own heat balance by selecting lighter or heavier clothing or by using individual air motion controls (fans). Thermal control in the shuttle is accomplished using radiators on the insides of the cargo bay doors that radiate the heat to space. The cargo bay doors are opened or closed, more or less, depending on the need to contain heat or release heat.
Information taken from: http://www.nsbri.org/humanphysspace/focus1/shuttle-frame.html
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What is inside an astronauts helmet?
an astronaut.
Where do astronauts live in space?
Right now, Astronauts and Cosmonauts live inside the space station that orbits Earth.
Why do astronauts seem to fly inside their spacecraft?
because of unavailability of gravity.
How many astronauts could fit inside a Mercury space capsule?
10
How do astronauts enter the cockpit of the shuttle in upright position on pad?
Because the Space Shuttle is facing upright on the launch pad, entering can be a challenging task--especially in the bulky Ascent and Entry space suits. Because of this, a group of technicians referred to as the closeout crew helps the astronauts board the shuttle. Astronauts and members of the closeout crew ride an elevator to the 195 ft level of the launchpad where they can access the hatch through a retractable arm that contains the White Room, which is a small environmentally-controlled chamber set adjacent to the hatch. Due to the white room's small size, only two astronauts can enter at a time. Inside the white room, technicians open the hatch and set removable boards over important space shuttle instrument panels (to prevent damage to vital switches and controls while the crew is climbing on board). The closeout crew then helps the crew put on their parachute packs, climb aboard, and strap in. Once all members of the crew are strapped in, the closeout crew ensures that everything is in order, removes the temporary boards from the instrument panels, and seals the hatch. A few minutes before liftoff, the arm containing the white room is retracted away from the space shuttle.
How do astronauts survive in space outside there shuttle?
Astronauts ONLY survive inside their space suits. Basically the space suit acts like a small space craft by controlling the temperature, pressure, and supplying air for the person inside. Without it the astronaut would be dead within a few seconds.
What is it like inside a space shuttle?
One of the astronauts said the crew compartment is about the size of a mini van.
How do astronauts breath with their suits off in their space shuttles?
Space shuttles are pressurized so that the oxygen stays inside the shuttle.
Why are astronauts floating above the Earth in a Space Shuttle really no weightless?
Weight is an expression of the gravitational force acting on an object. When the space shuttle is in orbit around the Earth, it is held there by the Earth's gravity. Since gravity is still acting on the shuttle and the astronauts inside, they still have weight. They are described as "weightless" because an object in orbit is in a constant state of free fall.
Is an astronauts work inside or outside?
Astronauts have both inside and outside work.
What happens inside a spaceship?
the astronauts would use a control panel to make sure nothing goes wrong
Can you create a sentence with the word shuttle?
The space shuttle blasted off. The NASA team goes inside the shuttle. We can go inside the shuttle now.
How do Astronauts turn and maneuver capsules while in space?
The capsules have several thrusters (rocket engines) attached to them to move the capsule. Capsules that are manned have a control panel inside the craft for the astronauts to control the turns and maneuvers of the craft. There are also unmanned capsules that have control panels off the craft that control it.
What are the actual positions of the astronauts inside the shuttle space before flying to outer space?
The astronauts are put into pressure suits and strapped into seats in the crew compartment of the orbiter. Basically if you look at the shuttle on the pad they sit at the tip of the white plane like structure. There are 4 seats on the upper level or flight deck and usually 3 seats on the lower level or mid deck.
Does the engine temperature control the heat in the car?
The engine's thermostat controls the engine coolant temperature. The temperature control inside for the heater controls the cabin heat.
Do astronauts eat and drink during their space walks?
They eat while inside the space station or shuttle. Bars used to be positioned inside the spacesuit where the astronaut could take a bite at will, but they are no longer used as astronauts preferred to eat later. They do however have a drink bag and tube from which they can suck water. Spacewalks last up to seven hours and astronauts work hard during this time, so it is essential that they drink.
What is inside an astronauts helmet?
an astronaut.
