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Icy

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From: Iceland

Registered: 2003-09-10

Posts: 1

Re: Surviving in Mars

I have a question  If a group of humans were going to Mars and they intend to stay there for a period of time, e.g. doing research. What type of equipment would they need? Where can I find reliable information about this kind of equipment e.g. air locks.
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Byron

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From: Florida, USA

Registered: 2002-05-16

Posts: 844

Re: Surviving in Mars

I would suggest reading Zubrin's "Case for Mars," for starters.  It's a book written in clear, easy-to-understand language about what it would take to launch a bare-bones mission to Mars and how to stay there for an extended period of time.

As for airlocks, that's easy...just have two doors with adequate seals around them...and make sure they are *never* both open at the same time, typical Hollywood sci-fi movies notwithstanding...

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alokmohan

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From: india

Registered: 2003-09-14

Posts: 169

Re: Surviving in Mars

Please make short note for persons who have not read the book to quench thirst.

Cubano

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From: Florida

Registered: 2004-01-23

Posts: 4

Re: Surviving in Mars

I would sugest going to N.A.S.A.com they have all the info you need their.