Virtual reality on the ISS

Virtual reality is used in medicine to show the symptoms of a disease or for therapeutic purposes, for educational purposes - including for driving instruction , and in space . In the photo, an astronaut aboard the ISS uses virtual reality glasses for training with the installation for moving and maneuvering in outer space.







The Lenovo laptop as part of the virtual reality glasses simulates flying in open space using the SAFER jetpack, Simplified Aid for EVA Rescue. The satchel is needed in order for the astronaut to reach the station in the event of an emergency situation. Such training is necessary due to the limited fuel for the device. SAFER used in more than a hundred spacewalks.



Virtual reality is actively used in the training of astronauts.

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