tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28113075.post115328668370088150..comments2023-10-25T07:42:19.214-05:00Comments on LUF Blog: Bigelow Space StationUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28113075.post-1153999546661794052006-07-27T06:25:00.000-05:002006-07-27T06:25:00.000-05:00Well, as far as I can tell, these inflatable modul...Well, as far as I can tell, these inflatable modules for habitats have a lot going for them. You still have to truck up supplies/people to go in the module, but it eases construction and launching of large enclosed spaces.<BR/><BR/>The transhab module was supposed to be better at shielding astronauts from impacts and radiation than aluminum modules. The kevlar derived layer, along with the ability to flex increases the ability to take impacts.<BR/><BR/><BR/>Exciting stuff. I just wonder how large the pool of prospective customers is at current prices. $Millions/launch doesn't leave you with a lot of people, worldwide, to sell your product to. Prices may come down in the future, but that is dependent on the company making enough launches for the price to come down. (The classic chicken/egg space problem all over again).<BR/><BR/>Hope they succeed.qwerty182764https://www.blogger.com/profile/08597830467001613248noreply@blogger.com