The Human Body vs. 9g
2. What Happens to You at Such High G-Forces?
Now for the slightly scary part: what does 9g force do to a person? The biggest issue is blood flow. Your heart struggles to pump blood against that immense pressure, particularly to your brain. This can lead to a condition called G-LOC, or G-force induced Loss Of Consciousness. Not exactly ideal, especially if you're piloting a jet.
Think about squeezing a tube of toothpaste. The toothpaste (your blood) wants to flow in the direction of the pressure. Experiencing 9g force forces your blood downwards, away from your head. This causes a graying-out effect, tunnel vision, and eventually, blacking out. Its not like falling asleep; it's a sudden, disorienting loss of awareness.
The human body, while impressive in many ways, isn't naturally equipped to handle 9g force. Without specialized equipment and training, enduring such a force for even a short time can be incredibly dangerous, leading to serious injury or even death. That's why pilots undergo rigorous training to learn techniques to counteract these effects, such as the anti-G straining maneuver.
Beyond the immediate risk of G-LOC, prolonged exposure to high g-forces can put immense strain on your skeletal system, cardiovascular system, and internal organs. It's not something you want to experience regularly, unless you're specifically designed and trained to do so!