Mars Space Station Team (HAN)
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Team Name
- Mars Space Station Team (HAN)
HAN Leader
- Hacer Durmuş (Necmettin Erbakan University – Space and Satellite Engineering)
HAN Crew
- Ahmet Yusuf Alkan (Necmettin Erbakan University, – Space and Satellite Engineering)
- Ayşe Sakar (Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Chemical Engineering)
- Efsun Alacatay (Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Physics)
- Metehan İpek (Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Sports Sciences)
- Olivia Emis Yılmaz (Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, Physics)
- Yağmur Boydak (Turkish Aeronautical Association University, Astronautical Engineering)
About the HAN
HAN is a MoEP research team established to develop a virtual space station model that will operate in orbit around Mars. This virtual station will be used for MoEP Virtual Mars Missions and will also form an R&D base for the future real space station structure.
HAN is working on various areas such as the design of the space station, life support systems, communication infrastructure, safety systems, scientific research equipment, energy sources, compatibility with spacecraft, and space debris management.
HAN’s Mission
- To develop a modular and flexible space station model that will be positioned in Mars orbit and fulfill all the necessary functions for virtual missions,
- To create an R&D base for the future real space station structure,
- To support scientific research on Mars and contribute to space exploration,
- To develop an artificial gravity model on the station,
- To plan habitation and safety systems,
- To plan science laboratories and sustainable resources,
- To provide support for MoEP analog astronaut space food studies,
- To develop escape modules from the station,
- To develop VR/AR systems for virtual missions,
- To work on the station’s space-to-earth communication systems.
HAN’s Research Areas
- Space Station Design: Designing a modular and flexible space station model suitable for Mars orbit,
- Life Support Systems: Developing reliable and efficient life support systems that will meet the crew’s needs for oxygen, water, food, and other essential requirements while in Mars orbit,
- Communication Infrastructure: Establishing a robust communication infrastructure that will enable seamless communication with Earth and mission teams on the Mars surface,
- Safety Systems: Developing and implementing safety systems such as fire suppression systems, pressure equalization systems, and other emergency measures to ensure the safety of the crew,
- Scientific Research Equipment: Installing a variety of scientific research equipment that will enable geological analyses, atmospheric measurements, biological experiments, and more,
- Energy Sources: Ensuring the energy needs of the space station in Mars orbit by utilizing renewable sources such as solar panels,
- Compatibility with Spacecraft: Designing a space station model that is compatible with spacecraft that will land and take off from the Mars surface,
- Space Debris Management: Developing waste management systems that will ensure the proper handling and storage of waste generated on the space station.
Importance of HAN
HAN is crucial for MoEP’s space exploration and education programs. The developed virtual space station model will form an R&D base for the future real space station structure and will contribute to scientific research on Mars.
HAN will provide an inspiring platform for students and professionals interested in space exploration and software development, contributing to Türkiye’s global leadership in this field.