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Travel to Mars
Martian Environment
Air Management
Water Management
Waste Management
Plant & Crop Growth
Food Supply & Safety
Systems Engineering

Food Supply and Safety: Optimal food packaging, supply, and safety

  • How much food will the astronauts eat each day?

  • How much of this food must be sent with them...prepackaged

  • How will this food need to be prepackaged to protect against spoilage, radiation, etc.?

  • Can they grow any of their own food?

  • What foods might be locally produced, and how?

  • How can they determine if any foods are safe to eat?

  • Where will food materials be stored?

  • What if the astronauts eat the food they are given?



For additional information please contact Professor Jim Alleman @ 47705