HABITABLE CONDITIONS REQUIRED FOR SPACE SETTLEMENT

Space habitats have been among the most discussed topics for decades. Many models have also been designed to sustain humanity in space. Among them are The Bernal sphere, The ONeill cylinder, and The Stanford Torus. The Stanford torus being the most acceptable model, designed the settlement as a torus located in the L5 point between the earth and the moon. By keeping the basic structure and location of the torus similar to it, a few structural changes have been suggested here, aiming to create better living conditions in the space habitat: dividing the torus into two and providing a general residential plan. Along with it, some other essential living criteria are also highlighted, such as the waste and water management systems.