Eight Possible Space Station Features

1. Central computer, like "Hal".

Just like in Stanly Kubrick's "2001 A Space Odyssey", there will be computer that is in total control of all the station's main functions, thus leaving the crew to perform more important tasks. It's A.I will be such that it feels like an extra crew member, just like Hal.

2. Mechanical exterior grabbing arms.

These arms on the exterior of the ship can be used for getting hold of anything floating around.

3. Experience machines.

In the book Anarchy, State and Utopia by Robert Nozick, a concept called the experience machine offers the possibility of an alternate life but with one's own design. Of course this life wouldn't be real it would be merely a computer generated dream, yes just like The Matrix. With advances in technology all five senses could be controlled through putting the user into a dreamlike state using an advanced form of hypnosis carried out by a computer. Once under uses will experience one of ten

different framework scenarios of pleasure that will be none the less different each time due to the individual's reaction on that occasion. For example the computer hypnosis will engineer say the "rockstar scenario" and hypnotise the user until they are unconscious where they will then precede to influence their thoughts to the point where the user becomes "lucid" in their dream and in the situation of, in this case, a rockstar. From this point on the user is in complete control of their dream as they are lucid within it.

4. Passive gyms.

They would mould and sculpt your body into a programmed form using a combination of, lyposuction and electricity. The electricity would work in a similar manner to the technology present in the below toning belt. Prior to one's gym session, one inputs one's body preferences into the controlling computer. Any body type desired can be programmed.

5. 360 degree viewing gallery/common area.

A little annexed part specifically used for relaxing and viewing the beauty of space. A similar design to the C.N tower's circular viewing gallery.

6. Zero gravity combat area.

Seeing as this space station is designed for human life, artificial gravity is present to make things just like home. However on various unfamiliar territories outside the space station that the crew explore, they will of course be exploring in zero gravity. Therefore should there be any hostilities the crew would need to be trained in the art of zero gravity combat. The combat area is a fully padded 100 ft by 100 ft by 100ft room.

7. A different type of Loo.

In order to save time, space and the need for creating extra zero gravity space in order to house a traditional flushing loo (which would cost extra money), a group of three tubes (with replaceable caps for hygiene purposes) that can be inserted into the user, will act quickly to suck out any excrement in the blink of an eye. This is also more hygienic as it has the same effect as colonic irrigation and also uses similar technology.

8. A different type of Church.

A little before the creation of the space station, the human race underwent a massive change in consciousness. As a result of various middle east associated wars and the Indian civil war between Hindus and Muslims, that most consider the key factor in sabotaging India's imminent development into a more economically developed nation, the world collectively came to realise that religions involving blind faith in higher beings was both irrational and dangerous. Thus, thanks to the help of various celebrities, a new form of philosophy (not religion) known as "Nowism" takes its place. It is a combination of Zen teachings and various other self help techniques such as positive thinking and pre-visualising desired outcomes. Nowism churches involve a teacher who's role is similar to that of a modern day psychiatrist who sees individuals separately during the week to advise followers on the correct course of action in their lives whilst offering sympathy and paradoxically reminding followers that their lives are already complete if they detach from thought and honor the present moment. Weekly meditation sessions are held in the designated "Presence Room".