Microbiological Criteria for Aerospace Potable Water Systems

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Title
Microbiological Criteria for Aerospace Potable Water Systems
Date
1967
Index Abstract
Not Available
Photo Quality
Not Needed
Report Number
AMRL TR 67-37
Creator
London, Sheldon A.
West, Arselus
Corporate Author
Biomedical Laboratory
Laboratory
Biomedical Laboratory
Extent
16
Identifier
AD0664070
Access Rights
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Distribution Classification
1
Contract
Laboratory Research - No Contract
DoD Project
7164
DoD Task
716410
DTIC Record Exists
Yes
Distribution Change Authority Correspondence
None
Distribution Conflict
No
Abstract
Extended space missions will necessitate that life support subsystems operate on a closed ecological or bioregenerating principle. This entails a continual recycling or regeneration of materials to sustain space crews. Potable water may be made available by a variety of techniques from various sources, such as urine and atmospheric condensate. Microbiological potability standards that can realistically be applied to space water supplies are dictated by the inherent technological problems and logistic limitations. With these in mind, a standard of sterility is proposed and the reasons for this stringent requirement are indicated. For ground based studies, a less stringent standard is also compatible with equipment capabilities and experimental requirements.
Report Availability
Full text available
Date Issued
1967-09
Provenance
RAF Centre of Aviation Medicine
Type
report
Format
1 online resource
Media
AMRLTR67-037.pdf

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