Underwater Extreme Habitat

Under the Sea

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Due to green house gases being trapped in the Earth's atmosphere, the sea level will keep rising as climate change gets worse and worse. Living sustainably and working WITH the environment should be a focus for humans going forward, and this habitat is a possible example.

If sea level rise and flooding is a concern for living on land, why don't we try living underwater? This underwater extreme habitat is a watertight habitation for humans as water becomes much more of both a problem and solution in our lives.

This habitat would be placed next to a coral reef area for best growing conditions for our food and so we can work with and be a part of the ecosystem we are living in. It would also prevent the ocean pressure becoming too much of a strain on the structure.

I used Autodesk software TinkerCad to create the 3D model of the habitat.

If actually built, it would be made of strong, watertight material such as aluminum or steel with glass for the residents to look at the environment, as well as all of the wood, cloth, and other materials needed for a structure to house humans.

When building something underwater, there are many different aspects and challenges that are important to keep in mind. It has to be able to adapt and survive the rough waves, intense weather, creatures living in the area, and more all while making sure not to damage the existing environment and that humans can actually breathe and survive.

In terms of materials, the habitat would need something that is strong, durable, watertight, and making sure it keeps within the elastic stage of stress. Like said above, material like steel, aluminum, and more would be a possibility.

For construction, building underwater can be difficult so making sure it is done piece by piece with water drainage is very important as well as the hexagon shape so each side is supported.

Level 1

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The bottom starts off with strong supports under the ground so the structure will not just float away and is able to maintain storms and rough waters.

There are 3 main pipes collecting water from outside, with a grate to stop any trash, fish, or material from getting in the water supply. From there the water is processed in a large central tube, where from there it is transported in pipes throughout the facility.

This would also be a bunker or emergency shelter area for situations such as intense weather.

Level 2

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Of course, any shelter needs sleeping area. It also doubles as an activity area of sorts, with efficient placement of beds to maximize the space.

This area is also a space for people to work at desks as well as socialize.

Level 3

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This is where the people would eat and prepare their food. The Food Growth facility is placed right above the food prep area so the transport of food is very efficient.

There is adequate eating space for all the people and it is additionally an area where announcements can be made to a large group of people. It is designed to be a comfortable and space efficient area.

Level 4

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In order for a extreme habitat to work, there needs to be food sources. The water pipes flow directly over some of the growth areas for efficient watering, as well as collection water bins so no water is wasted.

There is a tree growth area with sunlight able to pass through, although most of the plants would be growing under special lights. The trees would allow for carbon dioxide to be absorbed and emergency oxygen collection.

Level 5

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It is very important to be able to breath while underwater, so oxygen collection is very important. This is the top level underwater so collection pipes or workers can easily go to the surface to collect oxygen to pump throughout the facility.

It is also the area where more technical workers can do their job with better tech avaliable.

Level 6

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If climate change/global warming is causing the sea level to rise and more destructive impacts, it is important that we minimize our impact on our environment.

This facility would be mainly solar powered with batteries stored for emergencies. The helicopter pad allows for easy access and deliveries so the habitat is not cut off from the others.