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Israeli Radiation Shielding Vest Proves Effective in Artemis 1 Lunar Mission Test
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 10 hours ago
What happened
Israeli company StemRad’s AstroRad radiation shielding vest was successfully tested during NASA’s Artemis 1 lunar mission, showing significant protection against solar radiation. The vest reduced radiation exposure by up to 60% in simulated solar storm conditions and could enhance astronaut safety in future crewed lunar and deep space missions.
- 01StemRad’s AstroRad vest tested on Artemis 1 mannequin showed up to 60% radiation reduction.
- 02The vest protects vital organs from solar particle radiation during solar storms.
- 03Test data extrapolated from Van Allen belt passage and historical solar storm events.
- 04The vest weighs 16 kg and is designed for use inside spacecraft or lunar habitats.
- 05NASA’s Artemis program changes may affect vest integration in future missions.
- 06StemRad aims to supply radiation protection for deep space and Mars missions.
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