While NASA widely uses freeze drying, and it gained more of a public visibility as a result of the Space Program, the process origins actually can be traced back to the Incas in Peru. It was also widely used in WWII, as Nestle' perfected the process in 1938.
Astronauts did not freeze on the Moon because there is no atmosphere to conduct heat away from their bodies. Additionally, the spacesuits they wore were equipped with heating systems to regulate their body temperature.
Astronauts take pre-packaged, shelf-stable food like freeze-dried fruits, nuts, beef jerky, and specially packaged meats, sandwiches, and desserts. These foods are lightweight, easy to prepare, and have a long shelf life. Additionally, astronauts have access to a variety of beverages, including powdered drinks and coffee.
Over the past 50 years, the food that astronauts eat has evolved to be more varied, nutritious, and easier to prepare. Early astronauts primarily consumed freeze-dried or dehydrated foods, whereas now they have a wider selection of packaged meals and snacks. There is also an increased focus on ensuring the food is balanced, tasty, and tailored to each astronaut's individual preferences.
There were three astronauts on each Skylab mission, making a total of nine astronauts who visited Skylab from 1973 to 1974.
The two changes of state involved in freeze drying are melting and freezing.
Freeze-drying is a chemical change because it changes the actual composition of the object by removing water.
Freeze drying is a method of dehydrating a perishable product to enable long term storage or easier transportation. One well known application is freeze drying coffee.
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The process is called freeze drying and can be applied to anything, not just ice cream..Freeze the material.Place it in a vacuum chamber.Pump the air out of the vacuum chamber.Water sublimes from the material into the vacuum.When fully dehydrated let air back into the vacuum chamber.When back at ambient pressure, remove material from vacuum chamber.The advantage of freeze drying over other dehydration methods is it retains shape, color, and texture of the material. The disadvantage is the cost.
Accelerated Freeze Drying
Because they are light.
I believe that the main disadvantage is that it is an expensive process.
The two changes of state involved in freeze drying are melting and freezing.
Astronauts eat freeze dried food
Freeze-drying blueberries to extend their shelf life