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*Protection from [[solar radiation]] by mountains versus [[sunlight]] for [[greenhouse]] lighting.
 
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==Why settlements on Mars?==
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Compared with other celestial bodies, for instance Earth's [[Moon]], the planet Mars provides a number of advantages. The Martian surface and [[atmosphere]] consists of all necessary substances that are needed to build and maintain a human settlement, including [[water]], [[carbon]] and [[minerals]]. The [[environmental conditions]] are quite cold, but not too cold. The distance from the sun allows [[solar panel]]s to operate, which is essential for [[energy]] production.
 
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Particularly convenient is the existence of a visible sky, which can make people feel home, and the day-night rhythm is nearly earth like. Though the [[gravity]] is lower than on Earth, it still allows people easily to walk and do [[Physical exercise |exercise]]. The spacial orientation is supported. The comfort of sinking into a pillow for sleeping might be appreciated. And yet, there are several [[What settlers would miss|things, settlers would miss]].
 
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===Advantage over Earth's moon===
 
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* Higher gravity (with consequences for health)
 
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* abundance of water and carbon
 
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===Advantage over Venus===
 
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* A cold environment is much easier to handle than a hot. Especially on the planetary surface, a settlement on Venus is not possible.
 
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* Compared with a floating settlement in the Venusian clouds, the Martian surface provides easy access to substances for construction material.
 
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===Advantage over Jovian satellites===
 
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* Higher gravity (with consequences for health)
 
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Revision as of 15:37, 27 September 2011

Artist's concept of a settlement on Mars

Settlements on Mars are planned to be a permanent habitat for human beings. The Mars Foundation™ is developing detailed plans for a Hillside settlement and a Plains settlement.

Additionally, a volcanic cave settlement and a multi-layered vault settlement are considered.

Location considerations

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