A quick preview of the baseline, zero-G habitat design...
This habitat, styled after ISS modules, contains everything the crew will need on a conjunction-class Mars mission (180 days out/back with contingency for failed surface trip). It is about a fraction of the total volume of the DRA 5.0 Mars TransHab and weighs less than half.
This is our baseline that fits within the rest of the DRA 5 architecture requirements and mission. We are currently working up an even smaller option to further reduce the mass and volume, as well as be more conducive to an artificial gravity environment (i.e. rotating). The DRA 5 approach does not employ an artificial gravity system.
Coverage on my research project to induce a hibernative-state, or torpor, in human crews for Mars-bound space exploration missions.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Monday, January 27, 2014
News Item: RhinoChill IntraNasal Cooling System receives technology award
Saw this note in my news feed today: RhinoChill Receives Frost & Sullivan Tech Innovation Award Announcement
We envision using a RhinoChill-like system for our crew. Congrats to BeneChill on the great product!
We envision using a RhinoChill-like system for our crew. Congrats to BeneChill on the great product!
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