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Role in the story
The Martian
Encountered by Chapter 1Surface shelter and life-support system
The Hab links atmosphere, water, food, power, heat, storage, and repair into Mark's temporary environment.
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The Hab
The Ares 3 surface habitat containing the life-support, food, tools, and shelter Mark must adapt for long survival.
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Story function
Surface shelter and life-support system
From Chapter 1
The Hab
Surface habitat
Ideas illuminated
Closed-loop life support