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To conserve space during transport and optimize living space for astronauts, the habitat is

               designed to be deployable. It consists of a closed origami shell made of stiff carbon fiber panels.
               The design has been algorithmically optimized, allowing for a 750% expansion when deployed.


               Folded storage volume: 2.2 m3

               Deployed Inner volume:  17.2m3


               Volume increase: 750%

               Shipping Dimensions: 2.23m x 2.23 x 2.23m
               Weight: 1738kg



               Crew capacity: 2
               Power source: solar panels


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                     Figure 30 – Origami (Source: https://www.saga.dk/next_assets/lunark/expand-info.jpg)

                     Figure 30 : Origami


               The design is inspired by traditional Japanese origami techniques, which allow for a significant

               increase in usable volume upon deployment. The primary challenge is adapting the origami

               concept from thin sheets to thicker, double-curved panels that can be insulated yet remain

               foldable.







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