[Utilization of computerized evaluation of mental effectiveness during simulation of spaceflight factors].

Comparative analysis was given to the results of computerized evaluation of mental effectiveness (SOPR-monitoring) during habitual work implementation and modellng of extreme spaceflight factors. SOPR-monito ring includes the following tests: SAN (general condition, activity, mood), 8-color M. Luscher test, continuous counting at auto speed, and target tracking.

[The ability for psych self-regulation as a factor in resistance to the stresses in extreme conditions of space flight].

Significance of the ability for psych self-regulation in the context of resistance to the stresses of space flight was studied in an experiment with 9 test-subjects simulating such factors of space flights as 8 to 9-day isolation and confinement, some physiological effects of microgravity in a head-down position at -8 degrees for 7 d, artificial climate, and implementation of dock and piloting operations. Stress resistance, self-regulation, mental performance and behavior were assessed with the use of computerized tests "Mirror coordinograph", "Relaxometer", and "SOPR-monitoring". The ability to voluntary control psych was shown to be favorable to stress-resistance and rapid recovery of mental efficiency after the natural decline in consequence of the experimental simulation.

[Certain principles of Mars mission crew life and the organization of the performance].

Article is devoted to some new aspects of biomedical support and countermeasures during a manned Mars mission. Significant differences in crew--Mission control interaction in a Martian and orbital flight are described. Special attention is paid to the problem of the Martian crew autonomy and decision-making.