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The microgravity environment is unique in that it notonly
represents a new set of conditions for the conduct of scientific
research, but also presents technical challenges that must be
solved in order to implement manned and unmanned space
exploration. In particular, transport phenomena ( fluid flows
and heat and mass transfer ) which are often key elements in
many physical, chemical, and biological systems are
significantly different under microgravity conditions. Many
mission-operating and life-support technologies also involve
transport phenomena. Predictive models for low-gravity
performance and operation of such technologies are non-existent
or inadequate. Therefore, a knowledge base is needed for the
design and development of reliable, efficient, and cost-
effective equipment and systems. To accomplish the Center's mis