Geometric Structure of Space Nucleated Village

The problem of designing an architectural appearance for a next-generation manned space station with a ten times larger crew size compared to the ISS project is considered. Comparison of the history of human settlement development on Earth with the current stage of space stations development, reveals that the transition from a crew of ten to a crew of hundred astronauts corresponds to the shift from a primitive dwelling to a primitive settlement, which has a specific spatial and functional structure. The general principles and architectural techniques for constructing the geometric structure of space nucleated village are outlined. Such small-scale space nucleated village have not been well studied in the literature, compared to larger space settlements. The layout of a modular space station in the form of a pyramid with a square base and an angle at the top of 27°18'34", which corresponds to the angular projection of the golden section, is presented. The space nucleated village consists of four segments: logistics, recreational with artificial gravity, a work and residential with a courtyard, and a power with a nuclear reactor. 3D axial orthogonal design include a multi-tier courtyard that is necessary for safe human activity in outer space. It is shown that the space station layout as the primary space settlement must include the system of a closed pressurized communications. This combination of an orthogonal axial and pyramidal layout creates a reliable visual orientation system for the crew, giving them a familiar sense of space and perspective, away from familiar terrestrial landmarks. The pyramidal shape also provides effective shadow protection from nuclear reactor radiation. The workspace of the station is confined by a fence grid which performs lot of functions.