Vast Unveils Haven-1
- 14 Oct 2024
In October, 2024, US-based aerospace company Vast revealed the final design of Haven-1, the first commercial space station set to launch in 2025.
Key Points
- Expert Input: NASA astronaut Andrew Feustel, who spent over 225 days aboard the ISS, contributed to the design, focusing on astronaut comfort and functionality.
- Innovative Features: The station enhances communication, connectivity, and privacy, with a focus on improving the space living experience.
- SpaceX Partnership: Vast has teamed up with Elon Musk's SpaceX to transport travellers to Haven-1 aboard the SpaceX Dragon rocket.
- Arrival Experience: Visitors will enter beautifully designed, compact rooms equipped with advanced technology, including real-time station displays and optimized cargo compartments.
- Safety and Comfort: The station’s interior features padded surfaces and fire-resistant maple wood veneer, ensuring both safety and a natural aesthetic.
- Private Quarters: Each astronaut has a private room, slightly larger than those on the ISS, designed for rest, entertainment, and communication with Earth.
- Sleep System: Vast developed a custom sleep system akin to a queen-size bed, providing adjustable support for different sleeping positions.
- Common Area: A 24 cubic-meter gathering space includes a domed observation window offering breathtaking views of Earth, and a deployable table for communal use.
- Exercise Facilities: Customized exercise routines help travelers adjust to the low-gravity environment, improving cardiovascular and bone health.
- Lab Space: Haven-1 also serves as a research hub with dedicated lab space for scientific experiments.
