Acceleration Flashcards

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Greater than 1G ,hydrostatic pressure ,is the differential pressure between the lower an upper body part

2/5 G apparent increase in body weight ,inspiration becomes more difficult due to lowering of diaphragm

8/9 G loss of sensory functions

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Factors that reduce the ability to withstand even moderate G forces

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~hypopxia
~hyperventilation
~hypotension
~stress
~fatigue
~heat
~low blood sugar
~smoking
~obesity
~alcohol
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~Long duration (more than 1 sec)»
+3.5g in relaxed subject
+7 to +8g using anti g straining techniques
-3g but only for short periods

~short duration (impact forces0
+25g in vertical axis
+45g in aft/fore axis

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