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...thing the space doctors are sure of: human bodies and nervous systems resent fluctuations of gravity. Moderate increases are not too bad if they do not last long. The crews of Von Braun's shuttle rockets would have to withstand nine "Gs" (nine times normal gravity) for brief periods as they left the earth. They could survive by lying on their backs on contour couches, say the space doctors, but they would not enjoy...
...controversial) worked up a new policy paper (NSC-8/2) for the National Security Council. In it, MacArthur's advice was misrepresented: he was quoted as saying that the combat readiness of the South Koreans justified complete U.S. withdrawal, while his warning that the South Koreans could not withstand invasion from the north was ignored...
Washington and London guessed that Peking was disappointed because there was no mention of Russian industrial or financial aid, which the Chinese need to withstand the strain of the Korean war. But some of Russia's top military, production and trade experts had taken part in the talks. Very likely, Chou had got less than he wanted-but more than the communiqués admitted...
...searing speeds that their engines must suck in some 18 tons of air an hour in order to keep cool. Pilots already have their own refrigeration system. Soon, says Rice, refrigeration systems will be needed for electronic and hydraulic equipment. Engineers are already searching for new oils that can withstand high temperature...
...classed as idiots. Unfortunately, he could get no data on the survival or emotional response of the 32 who were placed with foster parents. Those who died, said Dr. Spitz, suffered a gradual breakdown under stress, beginning with loss of appetite and sleeplessness, and ending with inability to withstand even minor ailments. Love-starved, they were crippled in the battle for life...