FAST Space is developing three classes of highly advanced space stations, each designed to meet a distinct operational need in the future of space exploration, industry, and defense.

The following introduces our CLASS‑1 Station, HALO — the Hub for Advanced Logistics & Operations.

Positioned in strategic orbits around the Moon, Mars, or at Lagrange Points, HALO serves as a modular, self-propelled, orbital sanctuary supporting long-duration missions, vehicle maintenance, scientific study, and real-time mission planning.

Core Functions:

• Advanced Repair & Maintenance Bays for external and internal vehicle servicing.
• Orbital Data Relay Node to streamline communication across deep space assets.
• Limited Fuel Support, with future connectivity to full-scale FAST Space refueling stations.
• Resupply & Life-Support Replenishment for spacecraft, shuttles, and deep space missions.
• Scientific & Observational Research Modules for deep space, lunar, and Martian monitoring.

Structural Design:

The HALO Station features a spherical geometry, optimized for pressurization, structural balance, and modularity. Based on the image grid and exterior scaling, each exterior panel measures approximately 10 meters in height.

Dimensions & Decks:

70-meter diameter sphere, with 14 independent structural Decks (5-meter ceiling height per deck) with full separation, allowing for functional zoning, crew safety, atmospheric control, and system redundancy.

Outer Shell Composition:

Constructed from virtually impenetrable Micrometeoroid/Meteoroid-Resistant (95–98%), multi-layer advanced alloys and composite materials. This shell also provides complete protection from all forms of cosmic radiation (98%), while regulating internal thermal loads and shielding from micro-debris impacts.

Docking Ports & Airlocks:

Equally distributed across equatorial and polar lines to accommodate variable approach vectors from different orbital paths.

Interior Modules:

Include labs, AI-controlled storage bays, pressurized suit-up chambers, EVA control pods, robotic servicing arms, and algae-powered life-support extensions via the TERRA system.

Externally mounted, Orbital Robotics’ next-gen robotics arms enable autonomous satellite capture, maneuvering, and precision repair operations in open space.

When satellites or spacecraft are docked for repairs, HALO’s outer doors can fully seal the exposed chamber, creating an impenetrable shell.

Once closed, onboard generators activate a high-intensity electromagnetic field designed to repel charged cosmic particles and deflect small metallic orbital debris.

This field strengthens HALO’s shielding against protons, alpha particles, and heavier nuclei—acting as an invisible forcefield to preserve mission integrity during critical operations.

A key feature of HALO is its series of embedded observation windows—engineered using transparent aluminum glass. These windows provide vital situational awareness, scientific observation capability, and morale-boosting Earth and space views for crew members, while remaining structurally and thermally shielded.

FAST Space also has two additional station classes in development:

• CLASS‑2: TERRASPHERE — A 150-meter diameter orbital station orbiting Mars, designed for long-term habitation, full crew quarters, and resource processing.
  
  
• CLASS‑3: ARIA Defense Station — A classified Earth-orbit defense platform equipped with next-generation threat detection and interception systems.

Please refer to our Home Page or R&D Page for further information on ARIA.