Figure 1.
Scheme of the lunar habitat: floor projection, side view, and frontal view
Figure 2.
Cross section of the lunar habitat
Table 1.
Input parameters related to the assumed habitat dimensions
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radius of the structure | rStr | 5 | (m) |
| Thickness of the regolith | hTh | 0.3–3 | (m) |
| Length of the straight part | d | 14 | (m) |
| Height of the storey | h | 3.5 | (m) |
| Square area per person | Sn | 34.4 | (m2) |
Table 2.
Output parameters of the calculated model of habitat
| Parameter | Symbol | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Persons | np | 4.1 | (−) |
| Sufficient floor height coordinate | xh | 1.43 | (m) |
| Floor area | SE | 140 | (m2) |
| Habitat's volume | VStr | 812 | (m3) |
| Habitat's living space | VStr,E | 490 | (m3) |
| Supporting space *) | VSupp | 321 | (m3) |