Astronaut Tests

During the 50's, NASA wanted to find the best men to become Mercury astronauts. There were 508 military candidates and to weed out the best seven, they tested them in 145-decibel rooms, secluded them in isolation chambers, and were exposed to extreme heat and cold. I took one of the numerous test given to the candidates, and I completely failed. If I were subjected to those conditions, I wouldn't have any chance of become an astronaut. Although they may seem extreme and unethical, those are things that should be tested for and experienced because anything can happen in space. It is important to be prepared for the worst. Additionally, it is important to have assurance that the chosen few can stand the test of the job.