8. 5 REQUIRED TECHNOLOGY ADVANCEMENTS Technology advancements are needed in the following areas: 1. Understanding the effects of microwave radiation on the human body 2. Understanding the effects of radiation in outer space on the human body 3. Understanding safety hazards to the astronaut crew during maintenance and construction of the SPS 4. Development of procedures, codes, and equipment to protect the crew during on-orbit construction and maintenance of the SPS 5. Development of procedures, codes, and equipment to protect ground personnel during the operation of the SPS 6. Development of an improved pressure suit for astronaut use during extravehicular activity 7. Development of service vehicles for on-orbit and ground maintenance.
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