Why does the ISS not have a stanford tourus-like module, where they would be able to have (partial) gravity? Were there ever any plans to add such a module in the past?

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Why does the ISS not have a stanford tourus-like module, where they would be able to have (partial) gravity? Were there ever any plans to add such a module in the past?

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A bunch of reasons.

First, you need the module to spin in a large enough radius for the body to not feel like it’s spinning. the large ring means expensive transportation.

Second, Spinning an object in space is a GREAT WAY to produce angular momentum. so unless you make counter spin it, its going to effect all future maneuvers.

You also want minimum moving part on a spacecraft, at least on the outside of it. Because unlike in Sci-fi shows, someone has to go outside to the spinning part, and make repairs.

And not to mention is a massive liability, space debris is a thing, the ISS had 16 occasions where it burned to get from away from debris. and if you add a massive ring, the risk skyrockets.