In Walking in Space: Development of Space Walking Techniques, David
Shayler provides a comprehensive overview and analysis of EVA techniques,
available for the first time in a readable form - other than NASA
publications. The author draws on original documentation, personal
interviews of astronauts with experience of EVAs, and accounts by those
involved in suit design, EVA planning and operations.
Moving on from the pioneering of EVA techniques during the Gemini
programme, the author describes the basic requirements in terms of the
equipment that every spacewalker needs, the development of training
techniques - currently all completed on Earth - the surface explorations
of the Moon by the Apollo astronauts and the numerous activities performed
by Shuttle astronauts and those aboard the Salyut and Mir Space Stations,
such as satellite servicing, equipment upgrading and repair missions. He
also describes the development of techniques for ensuring crew safety
during EVAs and looks ahead to future EVAs from the International Space
Station and the development of new technology, including robotic
assistance.