17A-09 Ergonomics

The Ergonomics test is directed by the test leaders Iñigo Muñoz Elorza and João Lousada. This test
checks the ergonomic capabilities of the suit and its comfortability. This is evaluated by different
physical exercises done by the suit tester. Potential hazards within the tests are damage to the
equipment and physical damage to the suit tester. The ergonomics test involves four Subcategories.

Taking samples from the ground: This subcategory contains to take rock samples from different
positions, taking sand samples and standing up without support and repeating those steps several
times. All together 31 steps have are required for this category.

Application of strength from different positions: This subcategory contains to nail a nail in a wooden
plate, bending and standing up without support and repeating those steps several times.

Short resting position: In this test, the Analog Astronaut assumes a resting position, holds it for 5
minutes and stands up without support. This procedure is repeated several times.

Long resting position: In this test, the Analog Astronaut assumes a resting position, holds it for 10
minutes and stands up without support. This procedure is repeated several times.

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