Bringing together some of the most recognized and influential
researchers and scientists in various space-related disciplines,
Lunar Settlements addresses the many issues that surround the
permanent human return to the Moon. Numerous international
contributors offer their insights into how certain technological,
physiological, and psychological challenges must be met to make
permanent lunar settlements possible. The book first looks to the
past, covering the Apollo and Saturn legacies. In addition, former
astronaut and U.S. Senator Harrison H. Schmitt discusses how to
maintain deep space exploration and settlement. The book then
discusses economic aspects, such as funding for lunar commerce,
managing human resources, and commercial transportation logistics.
After examining how cultural elements will fit into habitat design,
the text explores the physiological, psychological, and ethical
impact of living on a lunar settlement. It also describes the
planning/technical requirements of lunar habitation, the design of
both manned and modular lunar bases, and the protection of lunar
habitats against meteoroids. Focusing on lunar soil mechanics, the
book concludes with discussions on lunar concrete, terraforming,
and using greenhouses for agricultural purposes. Drawing from the
lunar experiences of the six Apollo landing missions to the many
American and Soviet robotic missions to current space activities
and research, this volume summarizes the problems, prospects, and
practicality of enduring lunar settlements. It reflects the key
disciplines, including engineering, physics, architecture,
psychology, biology, and anthropology, that will play significant
roles in establishing these settlements.
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