Glimpse of NASA's private 'space home' unveiled
Three modules
Axiom space is the world's first commercial space station.
The Houston based company will launch three modules under the ''Axiom Segment''.
These three modules will comprise of a node module, a crew module and a research and manufacturing module.
The first module will be launched in the second half of 2024.
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Commercialize low-Earth orbit
A file photo of a satellite.
Glass walled cupola
The 'holiday unit' will feature a glass walled cupola, the largest window ever constructed for space which will provide a 360 degree viewing platform.
It will to allow the first space tourists at the International Space Station to enjoy the unobstructed views of Earth.
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Nest-like cabin
Each private crew berth will provide a nest-like cabin.
Tourists will be provided facilities such as high speed Wi-Fi, video screens, LED lights, high-bandwidth communications back to home as well as luxurious, comfortable and elegant lodging.
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Designed by Philippe Starck
The interiors of this habitable commercial module will be designed by French designer Philippe Starck who designed Steve Jobs's luxury yacht Venus.
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Independent space station
The space modules of Axiom will become an independent space station within a decade as the International Space Station is due to be retired.
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Dock on node 2
The Axiom module is planned to be located on the forward docking port of Node 2 where Space Shuttle Atlantis is already docked.
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