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DIMENSIONS + VOLUME
FRONT VIEWSIDE VIEW
TOP VIEW
2.33 m
IOTA is a form most efficient
for construction and being
repurposable. It has a symmetrical
exterior with modules (2 endcaps
and 1 core) that are repeatable.
Total volume
8.7 cubic meter
(307.2 cubic feet)
2.14 m
3.14 m
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ENDCAP OVERVIEW
The endcaps section houses the
seats, console, and food and water
storage. All four astronauts are
facing towards the center so they
have the maximum visual view.
TOP VIEW
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CONSOLE
umbilical cord
attachments
joystick
& controls
The console unit consists of the
retractable displays, umbilical
connectors and food/water access.
In addition, standard flight, navigation
and other MAV systems controls are
integrated into accessible zones.
screens
water access
food storage
FRONT VIEW
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SEATS
The seats are placed at the two
ends facing the center at an angle
to conform the curved profile of
the exterior shell, whilst ensuring
astronaut comfort.
TOP VIEW
CONSTRUCTION SKETCH
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COMMANDER AND PILOT OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE
Screen is hinged above astronauts. The display retracts through
pushing the handle back.
Buttons, switches and controls are all located
within easy reach of astronauts hands during
launch and orbit.
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CORE OVERVIEW
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
The core section houses the bulk of
the MAV systems such as electronics,
life support and sample stowage.
Space is optimized through modular
and standardized forms.
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
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HATCH
The hatch placement is optimized
for movement during ingress
and egress. The design is based
on the assumption that pilot and
commander will be the first to be
seated whilst mission specialists
will move about performing various
duties.
TOP VIEW
hatches closed
TOP VIEW
both hatches open
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SAMPLES BAG
The sample bag is a standardized
form that can be fit into any of the
stowage containers. It offers thermal
insulation and shock protection
whilst preserving flexibility in the
various samples that will be stowed.
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MISSION SPECIALISTS OPERATIONAL SEQUENCE
Astronauts enter MAV and load samples to bottom storage. Sample bag fits snuggly into storage.
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BATHROOM
TOP VIEW
CURTAIN
The bathroom utilizes the hatch
space that is empty. The curtain,
tissue paper, and hose are hidden
in a compartment near the hatch.
fecal storage
curtain
hose (liquid waste)
toilet (solid waste)
recessed handles
QUARTER SCALE MODEL
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SLEEPING BAG
FRONT VIEW
SLEEPING PLACEMENT
The focus of the sleeping was to
use a cradle inspired head piece
to create a sense of privacy.
canopy
zipper
pockets
Sleeping bags connect to handles.
all positions
accessible to toilet
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LIGHTING
The lighting is distributed through
two types of lights: the long
‘bar’ that stretches the length of
the core section which provides
ambient light and the spotlights in
the endcap section which ensure
astronauts can clearly see their
controls.
TOP VIEW
LIGHTING PLACEMENT
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PROCESS
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PROCESS - INITIAL IDEA
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PROCESS - FULL SCALE CARDBOARD
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PROCESS - QUARTER SCALE MODEL
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PROCESS - FINAL CONSTRUCTION
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PROCESS - FINISHED MODEL
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PROCESS - FINISHED MODEL
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IOTA FAMILY
MICHAEL LYE
PROFESSOR
KENTA KONDO
BROWN ENG 2017
AZLEE YU
RISD ID 2017
MEGAN VALANID
RISD ID GRAD
JIHYO KIM
RISD ID 2017
SUNGWHA KANG
RISD ID 2017
MINJU KIM
RISD ID 2017
ROBERT WANG
RISD ID 2017
SAVANNA LI
RISD ID 2017
JEREMY BASS
RISD ID GRAD