Analytical definition and proposed concept for the manned infrastructure of a lunar outpost.
A recent study made by ESA has reviewed the scientific investigations to be only, or best, performed on the Moon (Return to the Moon, ESA SP-1150, June 1992), and has identified the need for a manned lunar outpost to provide support to field geologists in sampling and in-situ observations of the lunar surface, and to allow the refurbishments of surface stations and rovers. Planning and development for a manned outpost on the Moon requires an in-depth understanding and analysis of the functions this outpost is expected to perform. We therefore analyzed the impact of the proposed scientific investigations on the design of a manned lunar outpost. The specific questions raised in our study were: What are the medical, physiological and psychological risks for a crew to stay and to work on the Moon? What transit and lunar surface infrastructures (habitats and vehicles) are needed to minimize those risks?
Clement
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MEDES, Toulouse, France.
Braak
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Arenales
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D018504:Ecological Systems, Closed; D006804:Ergonomics; D005118:Extraterrestrial Environment; D018478:Extravehicular Activity; D005160:Facility Design and Construction; D006801:Humans; D008021:Life Support Systems / Q000295:instrumentation*; D016081:Moon; D011835:Radiation Protection; D013026:Space Flight / Q000639:trends*; D018544:Weightlessness Countermeasures