Human Research Program - Space Human Factors Engineering
The Space Human Factors
Engineering (SHFE) project is part of the Human Factors
and Habitability Systems element of the Human Research
Program (HRP).
SHFE’s goal is to ensure a safe
and productive environment for humans in space. With
missions using new technologies at an ever-increasing
rate, it is imperative that these advances enhance
crew performance without increasing stress or risk.
The SHFE Element integrates
knowledge about human capabilities and system engineering
methodologies into space craft design and task design.
The objective of the SHFE
Element is to advance the state of the art and develop standards for such items as:
human-machine interfaces
habitation systems and interior layout
information management
SHFE
ground and flight research
projects are developed from proposals submitted by
NASA, and by academia, industry, and other government
agencies.
Research results can be
found in the Life Sciences Living Task Book.
The SHFE
also plans Educational
and Outreach activities through workshops and conferences.
