A Space Analog for the Moon and Mars (SAM), UA Biosphere 2, 2019-current
SAM is a platform for research and science education. As with many analogs before, SAM helps us prepare for the challenges of living and working in hostile environments. By isolating human research crews in an hermetically sealed and pressurized vessel SAM provides a unique, powerful environment in which to conduct a multitude of studies in mechanical and plant-based life support, plant biology, food studies, haptics and tool use while encumbered by a pressure suit; EVA, rover, and drone field exploration; the challenges of isolation and interpersonal engagement and music, writing, photography and film.
SIMOC – an isolated, off-world human community, 2017-current
SIMOC [see-mok] is a Scalable, Interactive Model of an Off-world Community. The model is given foundation on published data derived from Environmental Control and Life Support Systems (ECLSS) and closed ecosystem research at NASA and universities world-wide. With SIMOC you design a habitat that sustains human life with a combination of mechanical and bioregenerative (plant-based) life support systems. Set the model in motion, and learn how your design performs for the duration of the mission!