[3] Axiom renderings illustrate how the four modules might attach to the ISS as they are berthed and relocated by the Mobile Servicing System using the robotic arm Canadarm2.
[7][8][9] The interior concept of the crew quarters of Axiom Orbital Segment was conceived in 2018 by French architect and designer Philippe Starck.
Renderings of the habitat show a chamber with walls that are covered with tufted padding and studded with hundreds of color-changing LEDs.
[3] Each Axiom Station module is an independent spacecraft equipped with all the systems needed to maneuver in orbit – including propulsion.
[15] When Hab-1 is launched into orbit, PPTM will undock from the ISS and dock with Hab-1, forming the initial two-module free-flying Axiom Station.
[14][13] It provides complete ECLSS support, commercial high data satellite communications and a Canadarm 3 styled Remote manipulator system for the Axiom Station.
[14][13] It will provide access to the unique microgravity environment as a platform to enable research, product development, process improvement, and space manufacturing.
[20] The Raffaello Multi-Purpose Logistics Modules (MPLM) is planned to be modified and installed on Axiom Station after the ISS is decommissioned.
The primary structure for Hab-1 is expected to be delivered from Italy to Houston, Texas in early 2023 where Axiom Space will complete assembly and integration of all systems before launch.
[24] Axiom Station is planned to have a lab module, RMF, to provide opportunities for Low Earth orbit research and manufacturing.