Antique Framed Print : Moon base. Computer artwork of an astronaut at a base on the Moon
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Moon base. Computer artwork of an astronaut at a base on the Moon
Moon base. Computer artwork of an astronaut at a base on the Moon. Humans will require protective suits and sealed buildings when on the Moon. This is because the Moon has no atmosphere and a wide range of surface temperatures from -170 (night) to 127 (day) degrees Celsius. The lunar day-and-night cycle is nearly 30 Earth-days long. The Moon has a gravity that is about a sixth of that of the Earth. Storage tanks (upper left) will include the water, oxygen and fuel needed by the astronauts. A wheel of a moon rover is seen at right. On the ground are solar panels to provide energy. The Moon is about 384, 000 kilometres from the Earth (seen in background)
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Media ID 6442189
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Airless Astronaut Base Building Cold Colonising Colonist Colony Engineering Exploration Exploring Future Futuristic Inhabiting Lifeless Living Lunar Moon Pioneering Protection Protective Solar System Surface Computer Artwork
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 20.1cm (14.6" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a futuristic vision of a Moon base, where an astronaut stands amidst the barren lunar landscape. The image highlights the technological advancements and engineering marvels that would be required for humans to inhabit this lifeless celestial body. The absence of an atmosphere on the Moon necessitates protective suits and sealed buildings to shield astronauts from extreme surface temperatures ranging from -170 degrees Celsius during the night to 127 degrees Celsius in daylight. With a day-and-night cycle lasting nearly 30 Earth-days, adapting to such prolonged periods of darkness or sunlight would pose unique challenges for future colonists. In this illustration, storage tanks containing essential resources like water, oxygen, and fuel can be seen in the upper left corner. These supplies are crucial for sustaining human life in this inhospitable environment. A wheel from a moon rover is visible on the right side, representing advanced exploration capabilities. To harness energy on the Moon's dry surface, solar panels are deployed on the ground. These panels provide vital power needed for various activities within the base. As our closest celestial neighbor at approximately 384,000 kilometers away from Earth (which can be seen faintly in the background), establishing a sustainable colony on the Moon represents humanity's pioneering spirit and relentless pursuit of scientific progress. This artwork serves as both an inspiration and reminder of our potential to explore new frontiers within our solar system while overcoming immense technical challenges along the way.
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