By Sakshi Sah
Published Sep 03, 2024

Hindustan Times
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Photo Credits: Reuters

5 pics of NASA's very cool 3D-printed Mars habitat

NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, explores space, conducts scientific research, and develops new technologies.

NASA is working on the Orion spacecraft and the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket to send people further into space than ever before.

A human journey to Mars with current technology would take about nine months, making astronaut habitats essential.

NASA's Centennial Challenges programme created the 3D-printed habitat challenge to advance 3D printing technology for building shelters on the Moon and Mars.

NASA aims to send astronauts to Mars in the 2030s. Before this, they will study how a four-person crew fares in a simulated Mars habitat for about a year.

This picture shows an oxygen generator system inside the 3D-printed Mars habitat. It’s a key component for ensuring astronauts have breathable air on the red planet.

This picture displays plant pods designed for growing vegetables inside the 3D-printed Mars habitat. They are essential for providing fresh food for astronauts on the red planet.

This picture shows a working area inside the 3D-printed Mars habitat which is designed for astronauts to carry out tasks and research while on the red planet.

This image shows a medical bay inside the 3D-printed Mars habitat. It is equipped to handle health needs and emergencies for astronauts.

NASA's logo is visible in the working area of the 3D-printed Mars habitat.

NASA's 3D-printed Mars habitat marks a major advancement towards making human missions to Mars a reality.