Difference between revisions of "Self-healing puncture protection"
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Several layers of rubber and tissues are processed to make a [[space suit]] puncture proof. | Several layers of rubber and tissues are processed to make a [[space suit]] puncture proof. | ||
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| + | *What is known about the puncture protection of existing space suits? What is the meteorite size limit they can protect against? | ||
| + | *What sort of ''foam reaction'' is viable for windows? | ||
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[[category:Technology]] | [[category:Technology]] | ||
Revision as of 04:03, 16 January 2008
Self-healing puncture protection is a technology to automatically close small punctures hit by meteorites. Since it is only a makeshift closure a final repair is necessary later.
Windows
Windows of living rooms and greenhouses are vulnerable for meteorite impacts. Laminated safety glass avoids a complete shattering of the window. Special chemicals can be additionally placed between two sheets, starting a foam reaction on drop of pressure.
Space suits
Several layers of rubber and tissues are processed to make a space suit puncture proof.
Open issues
- What is known about the puncture protection of existing space suits? What is the meteorite size limit they can protect against?
- What sort of foam reaction is viable for windows?
