MoEP is excited to announce a call for designs for next-generation spacesuits for both analog and real space missions. We are particularly interested in collaboration with fashion designers to create spacesuits that are both functional and aesthetically groundbreaking.
Goals
- Design IVA (intravehicular activity) suits for use inside a spacecraft,
- Design EVA (extravehicular activity) suits for use outside a spacecraft or on the surface of a planet or Moon,
- Design station uniforms for special occasions,
- Design field mission suits for use in astrobiology, geology, and other field studies,
- Design K12 suits for use in K12 stations.
Design Requirements
- IVA suits:
- Must be pressurized and provide oxygen via an external life support system,
- Should prioritize comfort and functionality,
- Will be used for simulation, command and control, crewed flight, and unmanned vehicle command control cockpit tasks in the analog station.
- EVA suits:
- Must protect against the harsh environment of space,
- Should provide internal climate control and life support,
- Only the fabric and design aspects of the EVA suit, which includes electronic and biomedical sensor systems, will be modeled in this project,
- The backpack, helmet, climate control, communication, biomedical sensors, and other electronic equipment, as well as interface software for the analog astronaut to use with the suit, will be developed by MoEP teams.
- Station Uniforms:
- Should be worn by MoEP Analog Mars Research Station and remote base crews on special occasions,
- Should be design-focused to reflect team spirit and station identity,
- May include logos, name tags, mission patches, and accessories.
- Field Mission Suits (SGT):
- Will be used primarily for station-independent work in astrobiology, geology, and other field studies,
- May include logos, name tags, mission patches, and accessories.
- K12 Suits (K12T):
- Are work suits that will be used in K12 stations,
- May include logos, name tags, mission patches, and accessories.
Eligibility
University students currently pursuing undergraduate studies in fashion or design are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply?
Please submit your portfolio, cover letter, and a brief statement of interest by June 30, 2024 via the form below.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Understanding of the project requirements,
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team,
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
Benefits
Selected participants will have the opportunity to:
- Gain hands-on experience in spacesuit design,
- Develop their portfolios and professional networks.
Join the Fashion Revolution of Space Exploration!
- Are you passionate about space and space technology?
- Do you have a creative and innovative mindset?
- Do you want to combine fashion and design with space science?
- Then you’re the perfect person we’re looking for!
Join Mars on Earth Project (MoEP) as a volunteer and contribute to shaping the future of space exploration through this groundbreaking work.
Embark on a fashionable journey to space with us and design the spacesuits of the future, starting with analog suits, by bringing together the worlds of technology and fashion!
Why you should join?
- Contribute to space exploration,
- Gain experience in technology and fashion,
- Use your innovation and creativity in space research,
- Work with an international team to make a global impact.
Eligibility
Students with a background in textile engineering, textile and fashion design, fashion clothing design, fine arts, textile technologies, and design and garment production technologies are preferred.
- Experience and/or education in fashion design or a related field,
- Creative and innovative mindset,
- Teamwork skills,
- Motivated and enthusiastic.
Questions
For faster communication and clarification of any questions, you can send your questions to the MoEP LinkedIn page.
Application
You can pre-register by clicking here. You will be notified by email whether you will be included in the team based on the number of applications and the evaluation. The maximum response time is 72 hours. No response will be given for evaluations with negative results.
Company Sponsorships
Companies or analog station groups interested in sponsoring the work in different ways (sewing, workshops, fabrics, design, etc.) can indicate this in the relevant section of the form.
