Engineering Your Ship

Explain how you will transport, house, and feed the people moving to your new planet. DESIGN structures and EXPLAIN how each part of the ship will operate to your liking.

When engineering a ship for a 30-year journey in space with 100,000 people, there are six important factors to consider in designing the ship:

Sustaining Life

Ensuring sustainable life-support systems to provide adequate food, water, and air for the entire journey.

Propulsion System

Creating a robust propulsion system for long-distance travel. What do you need to worry about in terms of getting the ship off the ground and then landing? DESIGN IT!

Designing a Living Space

Designing adequate living spaces and amenities to maintain physical and mental well-being

Protection

Incorporating advanced shielding to protect against radiation and space debris

Energy

Implementing efficient energy management systems. How will you keep electricity going, water flowing, and temperatures comfortable?

Waste Management

Devising effective waste management systems to ensure the ship remains self-sufficient and habitable throughout the journey.