RFI用环氧树脂固化动力学研究

用DSC研究了RFI工艺用环氧树脂的固化过程,研究表明：该固化反应较复杂,其反应动力学方程为dα/dt=2.27×10^4exp（-4764.65/T）（1-α）^0.861.为RFI用环氧树脂固化工艺的确定提供了理论依据.     

基于多学科综合的MAV鲁棒飞行控制器设计

气动、结构、推进和环境等学科设计参数变化与耦合对微型飞行器(MAV)性能影响明显，MAV飞行控制器设计应考虑这些因素。将MAV多学科模型集成在统一框架下，提出了基于各学科设计参数变化的线性化建模方法，研究了利用μ综合手段进行MAV飞行控制器设计的方法和步骤，并将此方法应用于某MAV纵向控制器的设计与评估中。     

望眼欲穿“隼鸟”难觅回家路

“隼鸟”号小行星探测器是日本于2003年5月发射升空的，目的是探索太阳系和小行星诞生之谜。而这对防范小行星可能对地球的撞击是非常有帮助的，它是日本深空探测计划的重要组成部分，是今后更大规模空间探测和样本返回的验证机。经过两年多的飞行，“隼鸟”号于2005年9月接近了其目标——丝川小行星。[编者按]     

5005铝合金分流模挤压过程有限元模拟

采用DEFORM-3D有限元商业软件,利用焊合面重构技术实现了空心型材分流组合模挤压过程模拟,获取了挤压过程中的材料流动行为与流动速度场的规律,结合型材挤出时模拟的应力场和应变场的分布,研究型材挤压的晶粒分布规律并其成因。结果表明:挤压型材的横截面上的应力应变分布与实际晶粒尺寸分布有对应关系,型材挤压成形过程中应力应变集中分布是造成型材边部晶粒尺寸比中心部细小,拐角区域晶粒比直边区域细小的原因。     

Cardiovascular effects of simulated zero-gravity in humans

Head-down and head-up [correction of heat-up] tilted bedrest (5 degrees) and head out water immersion (HOWI) for 6 hr were compared. Parameters: Cardiac output (rebreathing method), blood pressure (arm cuff), forearm blood flow (venous occlusion plethysmography), total peripheral (TPR), and forearm vascular (FVR) resistances, Hct, Hb, relative plasma volume (PV) changes, and plasma catecholamines (single-isotope assay). During HOWI there was as expected a decrement in TPR, FVR, Mean arterial pressure (MAP, from 100 to 80 mmHg), Hct, and PV, and--as a new finding--catecholamines, which were 30-50% lower compared with both +5 and -5 degrees bedrest. During head down tilt, MAP was elevated (to 100-110 mmHg) and catecholamines did not fall, while TPR and EVR slowly decreased over 6 hr. HOWI is a stronger stimulus than -5 degrees bedrest, probably because HOWI elevates central venous pressure more markedly emptying the peripheral veins, while bedrest permits a distension of veins, which induces an increase in sympathetic nervous activity.     

Italy's contribution, from a medical standpoint, to the space safety of payload scientists, and perspectives for the future

In Italy, the selection of the Italian payload scientists has been performed according to the Spacelab Program of ESA. Twenty-four subjects underwent a screening performed by the Health Service of Italian Air Force. They were requested to pass an exercise test on treadmill and another ten-minute test on centrifuge, subject to the effect of +3 Gz. The authors briefly describe the results of the test. Noteworthy is the determination of Central Flicker Fusion Frequency. This parameter makes it possible to assess the endurance level of the subject, much earlier than other techniques (e.g. EKG). The importance of an accurate preliminary screening is emphasized as well as of successive training periods. Future studies will be undertaken to compare evoked cortical potentials with behaviour parameters of space safety, with a view to setting up a subtle tool of evaluation for both future candidates and payload scientists.     

Conversations with Frederic d'Allest. Interview by Theo Pirard

The interview with Frederic d'Allest reviews his involvement with the development of the Ariane launch vehicle program.     

Measurements of radiation exposure in civil aircraft

The radiation exposures on 12 flights of German airlines were measured with an active dosemeter based on two silicon semiconductors. The dependence on the date, altitude and route of the flights was studied. Measured dose rates and preliminary dose equivalent rates of the individual flights are given and compared with model calculations.     

The Kinelite Project: a new powerful motion analyser for Spacelab and space station

The goal of the Kinelite Project is to develop a space qualified motion analysis system to be used in space by the scientific community, mainly to support neuroscience protocols. The measurement principle of the Kinelite is to determine, by triangulation mean, the 3D position of small, lightweight, reflective markers positioned at the different points of interest. The scene is illuminated by Infra Red flashes and the reflected light is acquired by up to 8 precalibrated and synchronized CCD cameras. The main characteristics of the system are: Camera field of view: 45 degrees; Number of cameras: 2 to 8; Acquisition frequency: 25, 50, 100, or 200 Hz; CCD format: 256 x 256; Number of markers: up to 64; 3D accuracy: 2mm; Main dimensions: 45 cm x 45 cm x 30 cm; Mass: 23 kg; Power consumption: less than 200 W. The Kinelite will first fly aboard the NASA Spacelab; it will be used, during the NEUROLAB mission (4/98), to support the "Frames of References and Internal Models" (Principal Investigator: Pr. A. Berthoz, Co Investigators: J. McIntyre, F. Lacquaniti).