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Tool and equipment requirements for human habitation of MarsThis paper presents an examination of requirements and design considerations for tools and equipment to establish a continuous human presence on Mars. Specific problems addressed include; manufacturing in zero gravity conditions, with or without an atmosphere, temperature considerations, and use of tools by astronauts on Mars or while traveling to or from Mars. A design for a salvage concept for equipment landed on Mars is presented.
Document ID
19900029629
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Thornton, Michael G.
(Martin Marietta Corp. Denver, CO, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1989
Subject Category
Ground Support Systems And Facilities (Space)
Report/Patent Number
AAS PAPER 87-219
Accession Number
90A16684
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS8-37126
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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