FLECS (Foldable Living Environment) for Crew Support – Product development of versatile and modular crew systems
Project duration: 24 months
Project start: May 2024
Client: ESA-BIC, City of Bremen
Consortium: LIQUIFER Space Systems
FLECS is a foldable private cabin designed for astronauts. It requires no permanent infrastructure and can be quickly unfolded and it can be easily stowed away when not in use. It is equipped with special quick-release mechanisms for effortless installation and redeployment in microgravity. Inside, FLECS provides everything for privacy and comfort: ventilation, lighting, storage, work desk, and sleeping space. Its mass- and volume-optimized design ensures structural strength, sound insulation, and adaptability for short and long-duration missions. Scalable and modular, FLECS can be reconfigured for multiple purposes – whether as a crew cabin, galley, or hygiene module – offering a versatile solution for the future of human spaceflight
