Main Concepts

At the very beginning of the project, 3 main concepts are determined. All these concepts are related with the ability of the habitat’s mobility. These 3 main concepts were followed, extended and adapted to the forecoming design. The first concept (Scouts) is based on the best use of mobility for scientific research. The second concept (Nomads) has risen from the question, “How necessary goods will be supplied for the habitat and how self-sufficiency will be provided?”. The third concept (Sundial), which gave the habitat its name, is based on using solar energy constantly and using mobility to track the sun.

SCOUTS

EXPLORATION ON LUNAR SURFACE

- By being mobile, lunar surface can be mapped, specifically by measuring the thickness of crust and further features on specific areas with seismic measuring tools. - With a mobile habitat the distances between research fields and laboratory can be minimized. - EVA missions can be much safer, as the pressurized habitat can stay in mission range.

NOMADS

MOBILITY AS INFRASTRUCTURE

Instead of bringing resources from optimal locations to habitat. Habitat will use its mobility ability to get itself to resource gathering outposts and get resources, especially water. In later phases, it can transport goods from one outpost to another. Self-sufficiency of habitat will be ensured this way.

SUNDIAL

CONSTANT SUNLIGHT

- By staying always on the bright side of the moon, the thermal tension on material is reduced, which extends the durability of the habitat. - Instead of heating, cooling: No need of heating system, cooling can perform from radiators. - Constant sunlight can be gathered by solar cells andconstant energy can be produced. There is no need of space for energy storage.