Advanced Regenerable CoD2 Removal Technologies Applicable to Future Emus 961484
The NASA Shuttle Extravehicular Mobility Unit (EMU) uses a
non-regenerable absorbent to remove CO2 from an astronaut's
breathing loop. A savings in launch weight, storage volume and life
cycle cost may be achieved by incorporating a regenerable CO2
removal system into the EMU.
This paper will discuss regenerable CO2 sorbents and their
impact on the life support system of an EMU. The systems evaluated
will be judged on their technical maturity, impact to the EMU, and
impacts to space station and shuttle operation
