Push button helps astronaut astronaut return to ship

A US company developed new features for astronaut suits with the ability to self-direct return to ships.

Draper researchers have applied for a patent for the ship's self-directed feature , Engadget reported on December 4.

Future astronauts may not need to worry about the risk of being lost in space.(Photo: Draper).

Astronauts sometimes have to perform, forcing them to wear protective clothing to leave the ship. This leads to the risk of being lost or disoriented in space, especially with free walks without a protective cord. With the new feature of a protective suit, an astronaut hovering in the direction of space could simply press the button to return to the ship.

The expert team attaches to sensor sensors to track the movement and position of a relatively stable object like a spacecraft. They also offer alternative measures if the system does not work.

Because the GPS navigation system is not feasible in space, astronauts wearing this protective gear can use enhanced navigation measures to determine the direction. Draper wishes to develop an automatic activation system for propulsion, but also has manual control mode.

NASA astronaut Bruce McCandless made the first protective walk in 1984. (Video: YouTube).

The self-navigating feature is only a patent and will not be put into practice soon. However, NASA is sponsoring Draper's research. The company also said the idea of ​​a new feature could be useful for anyone wearing a suit and needing emergency directions, such as a deep-sea divers or firefighter between a burning big building .