The mission is a collaborative effort involving the Human Spaceflight Centre, ISRO, AAKA Space Studio, University of Ladakh, IIT Bombay, and is supported by the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council. The mission will replicate conditions similar to those on Mars and the Moon, considering Leh's extreme climate and geographical terrain.
The habitat, named Hab-1, is equipped with essentials like a hydroponics farm, kitchen, and sanitation facilities, providing a self-sustaining environment.
This mission will test new technologies, robotic equipment, vehicles, habitats, communications, power generation, mobility, infrastructure, and storage 2 It will also study the effects of isolation and confinement on human health and performance.
As mentioned before, the mission includes a compact, inflatable habitat named Hab-1, which is equipped with essentials like a hydroponics farm, kitchen, and sanitation facilities. This habitat provides a self-sustaining environment.
Leh, Ladakh, was chosen for its extreme climate and geographical terrain, which closely resemble Martian and lunar landscapes. The region's cold, arid conditions and high altitude make it an ideal environment for testing technologies and strategies necessary for long-duration space missions.
Technological Testing
During the mission, scientists will test new technologies, robotic equipment, vehicles, habitats, communications, power generation, mobility, infrastructure, and storage. They will also study the effects of isolation and confinement on human health and performance.
Support for Future Missions
The findings from this mission will directly support India's Gaganyaan mission, which is slated to send Indian astronauts into space by 2026 3. The insights gained will be crucial for ensuring the safety, health, and performance of astronauts during long-duration spaceflight.
This is a significant step towards understanding the complexities of living on other planets and will provide valuable insights for future space missions.
Advertisements