To establish, in a small lunar crater, a permanent domed oasis which optimizes human factors, a satellite first performs global mapping prior to site selection. It will transfer to lunar-stationary orbit transmitting power to the base via laser beam to drive equipment and illumine the long lunar night. Tele-robotic operations minimize risk during heavy construction prior to occupancy. Habitats within the crater wall provide an elevated outlook towards the interior ground plane. Plant growth trials are conducted prior to the introduction of other life forms.


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    Title :

    Conceptual Design of a Crater Lunar Base


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    Fifth International Conference on Space ; 1996 ; Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States



    Publication date :

    1996-07-19




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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