Habitat Aeon

Idea projektu

I began by researching the conditions on Mars – temperature, atmosphere, water availability, energy sources, and what humans need to survive. Then I focused on the design and functionality of a habitat module that would allow people to live there immediately after arrival. Key aspects included low weight for transport and easy assembly. The module had to provide oxygen, water, energy, space for growing food, and protection from radiation. I designed each part based on real scientific technology, aiming for a solution suitable for the first human colony on Mars. The goal was to create a functional, self-sufficient habitat for the first crew. The proposed modules take into account the planet’s harsh conditions – low temperatures, thin atmosphere, and the need for independence in energy and food production. Their shape, layout, and equipment enable long-term living, working, growing food, and safe operation. The project is based on technical principles but also incorporates imagination and a vision of the future, where Mars could be humanity’s next step in space. It’s not just about building modules, but about imagining real life beyond Earth.

Popis projektu

Two-Story Living Module for 4 People This 8-meter-wide module is divided into two floors and organized into functional sections. It includes a walkthrough room with a kitchen, a bathroom, and a combined bedroom and workspace. Thanks to its hexagonal shape, each part has a clear purpose, and the space is efficiently divided without unused areas. The module feels open and comfortable, especially due to integrated ventilation shafts that ensure constant air circulation and regulation. It offers plenty of storage space. The custom-designed staircase is compact and safe, allowing frequent and easy movement between floors without taking up unnecessary space. The entire interior is designed with an emphasis on practicality, comfort, and self-sufficiency, making long-term living and work possible. Main Habitat Module – The Base Center This hexagonal, 15-meter-wide two-story structure serves as the central space for living, working, and coordination of the entire base. It's about twice the size of standard foldable modules and has three entrances: the main one with an airlock, and two connecting passages to the living modules, allowing crew members to move between parts of the base without going outside. The ground floor is divided into six functional zones. In the center is a raised platform with a main table, chairs, and computers, serving as the command and communication center. Near the main entrance is a wardrobe for spacesuits and technical gear. There’s also an open kitchen with a bar counter, a lounge and dining area, a workspace with office desks, and two utility rooms – one with a toilet and one with a washing area. A compact staircase leads to the upper floor, where the main greenhouse is located. It uses a hydroponic system and artificial lighting to grow fresh crops. Next to it is a small kitchenette that can also function as a laboratory, and a workspace with desks for research and mission planning. The entire module combines living, working, technical, and agricultural functions in a single, logically organized unit. Thanks to its connection to other modules, it allows safe and convenient movement throughout the base – making it the heart and central hub of life on Mars.

Technické informace

The model is designed to automatically unfold upon arrival. Its hexagonal shape allows for efficient use of space and easy connection with other modules without unused gaps. The structure is made of lightweight and strong carbon fiber and transparent ETFE foil, which is flexible, UV- and frost-resistant, and extremely light. The module’s core is 3D printed to ensure durability and sustainability. Between the outer and inner layers is thermal insulation to protect against both freezing and overheating. The goal was to create a closed, self-sufficient system. The module regulates temperature, pressure, and oxygen, recycles water, manages waste, and generates energy. Everything is compact, resilient, and adapted to Martian conditions. The interior can be divided into symmetrical zones—residential, technical, agricultural, or hygienic—with access to both the center and the walls. Thanks to its universal shape, the module can function as a living space, lab, storage unit, or connecting corridor. The module is equipped with solar panels that provide energy self-sufficiency. In case of emergency or lack of sunlight, backup power sources located in the lowest section of the module can be used. These include batteries and systems that maintain essential functions.