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Book SynopsisThis book provides a unique, authoritative and detailed examination of the physiological and clinical consequences of human exposure to high G forces. Pilots of military fast jets, civilian aerobatic pilots and astronauts during the launch and re-entry phases of spaceflight are frequently and repetitively exposed to high G forces, for which the human body is not fundamentally designed. The book examines not only the nature of the high G environment, but the physiological effects of exposure to high G on the various systems of the human body. In particular, the susceptibility of the human cardiovascular system to high G is considered in detail, since G-Induced Loss of Consciousness (G-LOC) is a serious hazard for high G pilots. Additionally, the factors that influence tolerance to G and the emerging scientific evidence of physiological adaptation to high G are examined, as are the various countermeasures and techniques that have been developed over the years to protect pilots from the p
Trade Review’This is the book we have all been waiting for. Dr Newman has skilfully provided a unified understanding of the current state of knowledge on human exposure to high G forces. Clearly written, the reader is taken from basic physics, through the mechanics of flight exposure, to current methods of G protection. Highly recommended.’ Michael Bagshaw, King’s College London and Cranfield University, UK
Table of ContentsContents: Foreword, Lieutenant General (Dr) Thomas W. Travis; Preface. Part I Mechanics of G: The physics of gravity; High G flight. Part II Physiology of G: The cardiovascular system at +1 Gz; The cardiovascular system at high Gz; Respiratory effects of G; Musculoskeletal effects of G; Miscellaneous clinical effects of G. Part III Tolerance and Adaptation: Tolerance to high G; Cardiovascular adaptation to acceleration. Part IV Countermeasures: The anti-G straining manoeuvre; The G suit; Positive pressure breathing for G protection. References; Index.
