The Concept of an Innovative System for Monitoring Physiological Parameters Under Extreme Conditions

This study presents a novel, non-invasive system designed to assess the fitness of flight personnel in extreme environments. Existing methods for evaluating pilot readiness lack objectivity, precision, and adaptability to dynamic flight conditions. Our system addresses these shortcomings by integrating mobile physiological measurement modules with an aircraft simulator, a Lower Body Negative Pressure (LBNP) system, and advanced analytical software. It continuously monitors critical physiological parameters, including heart rate, blood pressure, blood oxygen saturation, respiratory rate, and carotid blood flow, using innovative sensor placements that minimize motion artifacts. This approach offers a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional centrifuge-based assessments, which are costly and physically demanding. Preliminary tests demonstrate the system’s stability and ability to acquire consistent signals despite motion disturbances. Ongoing validation studies will compare the physiological data obtained in the LBNP simulator with centrifuge data, ensuring the system’s effectiveness in real-world aviation applications.