A Framework for Analog Studies of Mars Surface Operations

Using the Flashline Mars Arctic Research Station

First Presented at the Mars Society Third Annual Conference

August 2000

William J. Clancey


Table of Contents

Title

Outline

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Problem Statement

Analog Study Dimensions

Study Dimensions continued

Expected Contribtutions (inside Hab)

Expected Contributions (outside Hab)

Expected Contributions (computer technologies)

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Fidelity Characteristics: Inherent vs. Imposed

Inherent High-Fidelity Characteristics

Imposed Experimental Characteristics

Key Differences: Devon Vs. Mars

Analytic approach to handling differences

Difference-Based Approach

Likely Scenarios for Using FMARS

Key Opportunity

Proposed FMARS Principles of Operation

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Burnham quote: "Make no little plans..."

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