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| − | The Interlock is the primary control module for the [[Brahe]], the [[Habitat]] used by the [[OCESS]] [[Astronauts]] on their annual simulated space [[Mission|missions]]. It contains all of the primary controls of the Habitat. The Interlock is located between the Hotlab and Interconnect modules. | + | The '''Interlock''' is the primary control module for the [[Brahe]], the [[Habitat]] used by the [[OCESS]] [[Astronauts]] on their annual simulated space [[Mission|missions]]. It contains all of the primary controls of the Habitat. The Interlock is located between the Hotlab and Interconnect modules. |
==Computers and Monitors== | ==Computers and Monitors== | ||
Revision as of 09:09, 28 September 2008
The Interlock is the primary control module for the Brahe, the Habitat used by the OCESS Astronauts on their annual simulated space missions. It contains all of the primary controls of the Habitat. The Interlock is located between the Hotlab and Interconnect modules.
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Computers and Monitors
The Interlock contains several computers that allow the Astronauts to control the Brahe.
- Main article: Navigation Sensors
This computer runs the Orbit software developed by Dr. James Magwood. It is a 2-D graphical interface with the Habitat's engine systems, and allows the pilot to pilot the Habitat, assisted by his co-pilot.
Environmental Controls
- Main article: EECOM
The environmental controls computer runs EECOM, another member of the Orbit package of simulation softwares developed by Dr. Magwood. It monitors the atmospheric conditions within each module as well as possible biological contaminants in the internal atmosphere. Additionally it reports the open/closed status of every door in the Habitat.
Power Grid Controls
- Main article: Power Grid
In the school year of 2006-07, a new new software was added to the simulation programs used by OCESS. The Power Grid software monitors reactor temperature and status of various on board circuits and modules. It also controls the current flow of power generated from the generators as well as the activation of the radiation shielding, the generator itself, the propulsion system and the communication system.
HAL
- Main article: Hal
Infamous for its quick wit and spelling mistakes, HAL was the persona of the ship-board computer (actually operated by the Simulators. In 2006-07, the HAL station was converted back to AUXCOM, which better fit Mission Integrity.
Power Box
The Power Box is located at the back right of the Interlock looking from the Airlock entrance, and contains the circuit breakers for the entire habitat.
Adjoining Modules
The Interlock is between the Airlock, Hotlab, and Interconnect. In case of emergency, it is recommended that astronauts evacuate into the Interconnect, as it possesses additional escape routes, whereas the others do not. The Interconnect also contains EVA suits, making it a primary escape route. Normal procedure is for an astronaut in EVA garb to return to the Interlock to operate EECOM software. Thanks to the current presence of six EVA suits aboard the Habitat, there is often no need for astronauts to flee; they can simply put on their helmets.
