Design-to-Robotic-Production of Underground Habitats on Mars

Bier, Henriette; Vermeer, Edwin; Hidding, Arwin; Jani, Krishna

doi:10.7480/spool.2021.2.6075

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“…A similar solution was researched for Earthly conditions, as claimed earlier by Paris et al, confirming the protective characteristic of lava tubes that can serve as natural radiation shielding. Moreover, a proposal to focus on the use of underground tunnels was suggested by Bier et al [56]. In this case, the 3D-printed concrete made with the use of regolith mixed with cement could be sprayed as structural support for those tunnels, enabling the creation of an artificial atmosphere.…”

Section: Architectural Response To the Cosmic Radiation On Mars: The ...mentioning

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Conceptual Architectural Response to Radiation on Mars

Malec

2023

Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environment

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The climatic conditions on Mars are significantly different from those on Earth, which is the main factor affecting the potential architectural solutions on this planet. Above all, high levels of cosmic radiation of solar and extragalactic origin require specific architectural solutions, such as a safe location and sufficient protection, which are determined by a complex set of factors. These factors include the accessibility of building materials on site, the range and predictability of changes in climatic conditions, and human needs. In this article, the significant influence of radiation on architecture, which should be addressed when planning temporary or permanent resilient settlements on Mars, is examined in the case of manned missions to the planet. For this purpose, a comprehensive literature review is conducted, focused on the latest radiation-related discoveries. As the main outcome, two main schematic architectural solutions are proposed as a step toward more advanced projects. In addition, the gaps that need to be filled in the current approach to the design process, related to the insufficiently strong focus on multidisciplinary site analysis with radiation as its main factor (as is necessary for erecting an inhabitable base) are addressed.

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Section: Architectural Response To the Cosmic Radiation On Mars: The ...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Conceptual Architectural Response to Radiation on Mars

Malec

2023

Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environment

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Design-to-Robotic-Production of Underground Habitats on Mars

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Conceptual Architectural Response to Radiation on Mars

Conceptual Architectural Response to Radiation on Mars

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