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NASA centrifugeBingo. A centrifuge like this one at Brooks Air Force Base in Texas is used to simulate G forces by revolving at very fast speeds. Simulating G forces in a controlled environment allows scientists to measure the effects on a human and learn ways to make G-protection equipment. Currently, nine Gs is about the most a pilot can withstand before losing consciousness.





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