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View of John Stapp during G-force testing
Acceleration and deceleration testing. View of John Stapp strapped in a sled seat during high G- force acceleration and deceleration testing. Accelerometers attached to his mouth-piece, chest and knee transmit data. The 27 rocket-propelled runs made by Lieutenant Colonel John Paul Stapp (born 1910) showed the effects of rapid acceleration and deceleration on the human body. On December 10 1954, Stapp reached 632 miles per hour in 5 seconds before being brought back to rest in just over a second with a force of over 40 Gs. Despite initial blindness and collapsed lungs, he quickly recovered, proving that it was possible to survive an ejection from a supersonic aircraft
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This print captures Lieutenant Colonel John Paul Stapp during a groundbreaking G-force testing session. Strapped tightly into a sled seat, Stapp's determination and bravery are evident as he endures high G-force acceleration and deceleration. The image showcases the advanced technology of the time, with accelerometers attached to his mouthpiece, chest, and knee meticulously recording vital data. Lieutenant Colonel Stapp's 27 rocket-propelled runs became instrumental in understanding the effects of rapid acceleration and deceleration on the human body. On that fateful day of December 10,1954, he achieved an astonishing speed of 632 miles per hour in just five seconds before being brought back to rest in slightly over a second – experiencing an incredible force exceeding 40 Gs. Despite enduring temporary blindness and collapsed lungs due to these extreme conditions, Stapp remarkably recovered swiftly afterward. His resilience proved that surviving ejection from supersonic aircraft was indeed possible. This photograph is not merely a testament to technological advancements but also serves as a reminder of human courage and perseverance. It stands as an iconic symbol representing humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge through scientific exploration within the realm of aviation and transportation. Captured by Science Photo Library, this image encapsulates Lieutenant Colonel John Paul Stapp's extraordinary journey towards unraveling the mysteries surrounding acceleration forces – forever etching his name in history books as one who fearlessly pushed boundaries for future generations.
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