A systems engineering study is presented for a proposed lunar colony. The lunar colony was to grow from an existent, 12-man, earth-dependent lunar surface base and was to utilize lunar resources, becoming as earth-independent as possible. An in-depth treatment of some of the aspects of the lunar colony was given. We have found that the use of lunar resources is feasible for oxygen production (both for breathing and for space tug fuel), food production, and building materials. A program is outlined for recycling waste materials developed at the colony as well as a full program for growth and research activity of the colony to a level of 180 colonists. Recommendations for the lunar colony are given. (Author)


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    Title :

    Conceptual Design of a Lunar Colony


    Contributors:
    C. Dalton (author) / E. Hohmann (author)

    Publication date :

    1972


    Size :

    529 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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