Dynamic Terrestrial Habitat

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The Dynamic Terrestrial Habitat is a conceptual design for a Martian habitat for the Makerbot Mars Base Challenge. The DTH is highly configurable, relying on a scalable modular design. In the configuration uploaded, it is scaled to be launched on NASA's SLS Block II rocket in a single launch to minimize cost. Once in LEO, the DTH can rendezvous with an interplanetary transfer stage and crew launched separately. In space the hub of the DTH can serve as additional living space for the crew. Upon arriving at Mars (or any other terrestrial destination, such as the Moon, Europa, or even a large asteroid), the DTH will use aerobreaking when available, possibly utilizing a decedent of NASA's prototype LDSD. A combination of parachutes and rocket motors will then deliver the DTH safely to the surface. Once on the surface, the DTH will unfold its modules for use. These modules can be configured to any need a mission requires; from inflating into more living space and garden space, to power generation, storage of supplies and vehicles, power generation, fabrication, or even mining. Each module is also equipped with international standard docking adapters for in flight and terrestrial use, but they are optional and can be replaced with whatever the mission requires. The Hub is conical in shape to better withstand winds, much like tornado probes here on Earth. At the SLS's scale, the hub should be capable of sustaining two habitable levels, much like the Space Shuttle. The gap between the modules in the flight configuration is to account for possible parachutes, solar power gear, and crew transfer conduits. On the surface, modules can be buried in soil to better anchor the DTH and provide protection from radiation and other hazards. Included files: STLs of DTH in flight configuration and ground conguration. Original .max files of the DTH, rotate the module with the RED docking port to rotate all Modules .max files of possible large scale bases that use the DTH as core modules.