One of the main tasks in designing orbital stations, especially those intended for long-term human presence, is ensuring radiation safety. Comprehensive solutions have been developed for the Russian Orbital Station (ROS) to minimize its impact.
Research by scientists from the Institute of Biomedical Problems (IBMP) and the Space Research Institute (IKI) of the Russian Academy of Sciences shows that, under normal solar activity, the radiation level in the ROS orbit will not significantly differ from the indicators in the orbit of the International Space Station (ISS). Nevertheless, modern materials and control systems will be used for additional protection.
Special zones with enhanced radiation protection will be created in the ROS. The location of equipment and the use of water-containing composites will ensure the safety of the crew in the living compartments. Materials will be selected taking into account safety requirements and authorization for use in manned spaceflight.
The level of protection will increase as the station is deployed and operated. In addition to passive measures, active systems for monitoring the radiation environment will be implemented on the ROS. These systems will allow for advance prediction of solar activity flares and taking necessary precautions.
The combination of active systems with radiation protection materials will create a multi-level protection for the crew. This will ensure safety even with a significant increase in the level of cosmic radiation. Thus, we can talk about a high level of radiation safety on the ROS. This is crucial for the successful completion of long-duration manned missions.
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