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To: Monkey Face; Darksheare; Dead Corpse

Theoretically, you could live inside the spiderbot.

It’s big enough, like a compact camper. Most were not outfitted for more than a normal workshift, but some of the asteroid hunters have made a comfy little home inside them.

Disadvantages, too. Not much room for company, and no room at all for bookshelves. All the entertainment has to be electronic, but the nature of the interface means that you can get your exercise and your entertainment with the same equipment.

On-board storage is limited, so you’ll need to cycle your consumables. And depending on the model chosen, you may have a fuel budget too.

The most advanced are the ones we’re developing for the Venus expedition. They’re equipped to help you knit, if you’re comfortable with “any color you like, as long as it’s black”.


787 posted on 10/29/2011 11:08:44 AM PDT by NicknamedBob (Dick Cheney - "I was born an American; a blessing surely among life's greatest.")
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To: NicknamedBob

Well, I could take a fully-loaded Kindle or Nook with me for entertainment and reading material.

BUT! I have claustrophobia, so I’m afraid the cramped quarters would cause some problems. *sigh* but thanks...


788 posted on 10/29/2011 11:16:18 AM PDT by Monkey Face (It's OK to stumble, as long as you fall forward. <Unknown>)
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