A taste for space

Taylor, Andrew; Beauchamp, Jonathan; Briand, Loı̈c; Pesce, Victor Demaria; Heer, Martina; Hummel, Thomas; Mcgrane, Scott; Margot, Christian; Pieters, Serge; Pittia, Paola; Spence, Charles

doi:10.1002/fsat.3304_10.x

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“…This is what is sometimes referred to as dashboard dining or cup-holder cuisine (Hill, 2005; see also Morrison, 2021, for one view of the future of dining in autonomous cars). Designed food experience for passengers on other forms of transport has also occupied the minds of many researchers' (e.g., Horwitz and Singley, 2004;Muecke, 2004;Spence, 2017a,b;Taylor et al, 2019Taylor et al, , 2020. Returning to a theme that was mentioned earlier in this review, it has been suggested by de Syon (2008) that the provision of food on airplanes may also be one means of helping passengers to manage their anxiety (though more could certainly be done in this regard; e.g., Delahaye, 2017).…”

Section: Food Scents In Transportationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The starting point is not good, given that reports from astronauts describing space as smelling like: "gunpowder, hot metal, welding" (New York Hall of Science, 2016). The repeated recycling of limited air can potentially lead to the build-up of volatile pollutants (Taylor et al, 2019(Taylor et al, , 2020. At the same time, however, the lowered gravitational pull also leads to the build up of blood in the head, and this may constrict the nasal airways (NPR, 2012), leading to what is known as "space anosmia" (Varma et al, 2000).…”

Section: Future Travel: Space Tourismmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Scent in Motion: On the Multiple Uses of Ambient Scent in the Context of Passenger Transport

Spence

2021

Front. Psychol.

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There is undoubtedly growing interest in the role of scent in the design of multisensory experiences. However, to date, the majority of the research has focused on its use in the (static) built environment. As highlighted by this narrative review, somewhat different challenges and opportunities arise just as soon as one starts to consider olfaction in the case of transportation–what might be called “scent in motion.” For instance, levels of anxiety/stress while traveling are often higher (especially in the case of air travel), while, at the same time, the passenger's personal space is frequently compromised. Four key functional roles for scent in the context of passenger transportation are outlined. They include the masking of malodour, the introduction of branded signature scents, short-term olfactory marketing interventions, and the functional use of scent to enhance the experience of travel. In the latter case, one might consider the use of scent to help reduce the stress/anxiety amongst airplane passengers or to give the impression of cleanliness. Meanwhile, in the case of driving, scents have been suggested as an inoffensive means of alerting/relaxing the driver and may also help tackle the problem of motion sickness. The specific challenges associated with scent in motion are reviewed and a number of future opportunities highlighted.

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Section: Food Scents In Transportationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Future Travel: Space Tourismmentioning

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Scent in Motion: On the Multiple Uses of Ambient Scent in the Context of Passenger Transport

Spence

2021

Front. Psychol.

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“…type, quality, safety) can affect, beside others, food perception and appetite regulation (reviewed in refs. 1 , 2 ). For instance, considering the lock-down during the COVID-19 pandemic as an example for confinement and reduced physical activity, some studies found increased consumption of ultra-processed food, increased snacking and meal frequency and reduced protein intake 3 , 4 .…”

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Unraveling the intricate connection between dietary factors and the success in long-term space missions

Pittia,

Blanc,

Heer

2023

npj Microgravity

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In recent decades of spaceflight, inadequate caloric intake has posed significant nutritional challenges, contributing to muscle degradation, weakened immune and cardiovascular systems during and after space missions. This challenge becomes more acute on longer exploration missions, where transporting all food for the entire mission becomes a logistical challenge. This places immense pressure on the food system, requiring energy-dense, varied, stable, and palatable food options. Prolonged storage can lead to nutrient degradation, reducing their bioavailability and bioaccessibility to astronauts. Research is essential not only to improve the quality and stability of space food but also to enhance nutrient bioavailability, thereby reducing weight and volume of food. Muscle and bone loss represent major risks during extended spaceflight, prompting extensive efforts to find exercise countermeasures. However, increased exercise requires additional energy intake, and finding the optimal balance between energy needs and the preservation of muscle and bone mass is challenging. Currently, there is no reliable way to measure total energy expenditure and activity-related energy expenditures in real-time. Systematic research is necessary to develop onboard technology for accurate energy expenditure and body composition monitoring. This research should aim to establish an optimal exercise regimen that balances energy requirements while maintaining astronaut strength and minimizing food transport. In summary, this overview outlines key actions needed for future exploration missions to maintain body mass and physical strength of space travellers. It addresses the requirements for food processing and preservation, considerations for space food formulation and production, and the essential measures to be implemented.

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Sensehacking passenger wellbeing while in the air

Spence

2023

Front. Future Transp.

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Air travel has undoubtedly become a more stressful activity for many passengers in recent years, in part as a result of the global Covid pandemic. Consequently, there has been a growing focus on how to optimize the psychological wellbeing of passengers while in the air. This narrative historical review considers how the passenger experience can potentially be hacked through the more intelligent stimulation of the travellers’ senses. In particular, the focus is on promoting passenger comfort, enhancing the provision of healthy food and beverage options/experiences, facilitating relaxation and sleep and, when appropriate, boosting passengers’ arousal/alertness as well (e.g., prior to arrival). A number of concrete suggestions concerning how to sensehack passenger wellbeing at the various stages while in the air are made.

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A taste for space

Cited by 3 publications

References 7 publications

Scent in Motion: On the Multiple Uses of Ambient Scent in the Context of Passenger Transport

Scent in Motion: On the Multiple Uses of Ambient Scent in the Context of Passenger Transport

Unraveling the intricate connection between dietary factors and the success in long-term space missions

Sensehacking passenger wellbeing while in the air

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