Fresh food storage areas are limited. Fire hazards abound. F. Science Team Duties Describe the scientific investigations that will likely occur at Ice Station. Plan for daily weather observations. Research sometimes needs to occur away from base.
Solar energy is only available during the summer.
Batteries do not work well in such cold areas. Design all equipment and materials storage and maintenance facilities. Design fuel storage area for heating fuel and vehicle fuel. Design fire fighting unit. Constraints Loading areas for supplies, equipment and fuel need to be quickly and easily accessed.