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Moon Camp Pioneers 2022 – 2023 Project Gallery

 

In Moon Camp Pioneers, each team’s mission is to 3D design a complete Moon Camp using the software of their choice. They also have to explain how they will use local resources, protect astronauts from the dangers of space and describe the living and working facilities in their Moon Camp.

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郑州轻工业大学附属中学  河南省郑州市-金水区    China 19   5 / 2 English
3D design software: Fusion 360



1.1 – Project Description

Our lunar camp is divided into two parts: above ground and underground, the above-ground part is equipped with radar and thermal power generation systems and ecological cabins and scientific research rooms, there are 3D printed robots and lunar ambulances outside the base, in the underground part, medical capsules are placed to detect the physical condition of astronauts, and sports capsules are placed to prevent astronauts from muscle atrophy. There are also dormant pods and food storage pods underground. Underground there is also a central control room for the entire lunar camp, which is used to control the operation and control of the entire lunar camp.

1.2 – Why do you want to build a Moon Camp? Explain the main purpose of your Moon Camp (for example scientific, commercial and/or touristic purposes).

    The purpose of our lunar camp is to conduct scientific research experiments, take samples such as lunar soil on the moon to conduct experiments in the lunar research laboratory, and there are ecological modules for ecological experiments, and we also have a rocket launch center to let the moon be used as a transit station to launch rockets to other planets for experiments.

2.1 – Where do you want to build your Moon Camp? Explain your choice.

    Our lunar campsite is located at the South Pole of the Moon, which has long-term access to sunlight, direct communication with the Earth, and gentle slopes, as well as providing access to permanently shaded areas that may contain water ice. This way, water sources can be obtained, and having a gentle slope is conducive to radar signal transmission. At the same time, there is sunlight, which helps photovoltaic panels obtain light energy to generate electricity.

2.2 – How do you plan to build your Moon Camp? Consider how you can utilise the Moon’s natural resources, and which materials you would need to bring from Earth. Describe the techniques, materials and your design choices.

    Our team intends to build an above-ground and underground layered upper and lower independent structure, the technology we use is 3D printing technology for the construction of houses, the material is the lunar soil with silica and alumina, the content is up to the requirements of ordinary construction ceramics, can be processed into blocks by microwave sintering, and glass fibers can be manufactured, these processes do not need to consume precious water. Fiberglass is also a raw material for 3D printing.At the same time, I will carry a certain amount of glass fiber from Earth as the raw material for 3D printing, because the resources on the moon are generally insufficient.

2.3 – How does your Moon Camp protect and provide shelter to your astronauts against the Moon’s harsh environment?

    Because the environment on the moon is very dangerous, there is a risk of radiation and meteorite impact, because we use arch structure combined with the independent structure above and below ground, and place a dormant capsule underground, so as to reduce the risk of meteorite impact and radiation, and the fabric of astronauts’ clothing spacesuit is mostly made of high-grade hybrid fiber, which has the characteristics of high strength, high temperature resistance and radiation resistance.

3.1 – How will your Moon Camp provide astronauts with sustainable access to basic needs like water, food, air and power?

Water:

There are several ways to obtain water resources:

First, we will carry some solid basic solid ice on our own, responsible for the drinking water needs before reaching the lunar camp.

Second, there are many water ice on the surface of the moon, which will be melted by solar radiation in the morning and evening. It will be placed in a reservoir for basic water storage in the lunar camp.

Food:

Food is brought from the earth and stored underground.

Power:

The molten matter left over from the combustion of lunar oxygen is used as raw material to generate electricity by thermal power generation, and the final water vapor produced enters the condenser, where it is preserved at a suitable temperature to provide heating and cooling for the base.

Air:

Lunar soil is used to prepare oxygen. Although there is no oxygen in the form of gas on the moon, there are many oxygenated substances, which exist in the lunar soil. According to the obtained lunar soil data, we know that there are a large number of silica, ferrous oxide, aluminum oxide, calcium oxide, manganese oxide and titanium dioxide in the lunar soil, which are oxygen-containing substances.

3.2 – How will your Moon Camp deal with the waste produced by the astronauts on the Moon?

Garbage classification: Classify waste by type, such as paper, plastic, metal, and toxic waste.
Recycling: Try to recycle and reuse waste as much as possible. For example, discarded plastic bags can be reused, and uncontaminated paper can be remade.
Incineration treatment: Incinerate waste that cannot be recycled, and treat it into ash through high temperature to reduce the volume and pollution of the waste.

Considering the conditions and technological limitations on the moon, the above treatment methods should be suitable for waste disposal.

3.3 – How will your Moon Camp maintain communications with Earth and other Moon bases?

Our lunar camp is equipped with a radar system, and the central control room is also equipped with a signal radar system and an emergency communication system. The radar system can support communication with the Earth. When the ground radar system fails due to some reasons in the lunar camp, the radar system and emergency communication system in the central control room will be activated to contact the Earth.

4.1 – What scientific topic(s) would be the focus of the research in your Moon Camp? Explain which experiments you plan to do on the Moon (for example in the topics of geology, low gravity environment, biology, technology, robotics, astronomy etc.).

Geological research on our lunar campsite will become our focus, and we will conduct the following experiments: geological experiments on the moon mainly include the collection and analysis of lunar surface materials, laboratory analysis of lunar soil samples, and observation of lunar earthquakes using seismometers. Provide valuable geological information to scientists.

5.1 – What would you include in your astronaut training programme, to help prepare the astronauts for a Moon mission?

My astronaut training plan will include the following content:

Aerospace medicine: Astronauts need to receive basic medical knowledge training to learn how to cope with physical changes and diseases in the space environment.
Physics and Engineering Knowledge: Astronauts need to understand relevant engineering and physical concepts in order to understand and operate spacecraft, equipment, and tools.
Lunar science: Astronauts need to be familiar with the characteristics, composition, topography, and geological history of the lunar surface, as well as knowledge related to lunar science.
Team collaboration and leadership: Astronauts need to establish effective communication and collaboration skills through team collaboration and leadership training in order to collaborate efficiently in the space environment.
Crash response: Astronauts need to know how to respond to potential emergencies and unexpected events to ensure their own safety and mission completion.
Human factors: Astronauts need to understand the physical and psychological effects of long-term space travel on humans, as well as coping measures and counseling plans.
Space Law and Diplomacy: Astronauts need to understand international space law and some diplomatic knowledge in the field of space exploration in order to adapt to cooperation and consultation with other countries and institutions in the space environment.

These contents will comprehensively cover the skills and knowledge that astronauts need to master before embarking on lunar missions.

5.2 – What space vehicles will your future Moon mission need? Describe the vehicles found in your Moon camp and consider how you will travel to and from Earth, and explore new destinations on the Moon’s surface.

    An orbiter that travels between Earth and the Moon is needed to transport astronauts and supplies. Lunar modules that stay and separate in lunar orbit for landing on the lunar surface and returning orbiters, while a rover capable of walking and exploring the lunar surface is required for collecting samples and conducting experiments. On the lunar surface there needs to be a robot capable of building and maintaining bases for life support and communication equipment. In the future, it will be possible to travel to and from Earth through the lunar shuttle, a spacecraft that can travel between the moon and the earth, suitable for transporting people and supplies. The advantages of the lunar shuttle are high speed, high comfort, and can carry more loads.