

Why and how I came up this idea?
one of those supported articles:
http://www.vox.com/2014/4/25/5652566/space-radiation-causes-cognitive-impairments

Research shows that there are high levels of radiation in outer space where astronauts are not protected by the Earth’s atmosphere. In fact, the longer the mission, the higher the risk of death by cancer. This project indicates that during a space travel, no matter if you have radiation detector equipment or not, the human body is always the first one detecting the radiation. In most cases your body won't react to the radiation immediately, unless the “cancer” is telling you. The aim of this project is to create a discussion on how society perceive astronauts, are they heroes or mice?

Discussing idea with experts in Johnson Space Center.
Course Blog:
http://starsdesign2013.tumblr.com/

initial concept, (sculptural-ish) via 3D printer


Modeling by Creo

CNC the mould based on Aluminum

Final polishing to the mould


Programming:
Arduino Uno + Geiger Counter Kit




Installation with uranium compound stone (radioactive)





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