WANT TO BUILD A MOONBASE? THE SIMULATION EXPLORATION EXPERIENCE (SEE)

Abstract

The Simulation Exploration Experience (SEE) is an annual international initiative that brings together teams of students, researchers, and professionals to collaboratively design and implement distributed simulations for space exploration. The project allows student teams from universities worldwide to develop and integrate simulations of critical systems such as transportation, communication, and resource management. This paper outlines how students design and contribute to different aspects of the moonbase simulation, utilizing High-Level Architecture (HLA) for simulation interoperability and integrating 3D visualizations. Additionally, it highlights the educational benefits of the SEE, offering students hands-on experience in distributed simulation technologies, space mission planning, and collaborative problem-solving, with support from NASA volunteers, the Simulation Interoperability Standards Organization (SISO), and other industry partners.