Shift-Sand Outpost IV

The Shift-Sand Outpost IV is a science mission outpost in Proxima Centauri b - a desert planet with shift sand.

The outpost was built on top of a rock formation at significant height to protect it from the shifting sands near the surface, that can behave much like a fluid under specific conditions.

The outpost's ability to rotate the entire structure allows the control center to position it at an optimum angle to the star, winds, and even its neighbour ringed exoplanet Proxima Centauri c (which has a significant gravity pull over the sand, creating yearly sand-shifts/tides).

The living quarters and science labs (usually linked under the hydroponics dome, comms and power arrays) are built on an elevator to allow descent closer to the surface. It is also equipped with and escape ship.

Large filters process the atmosphere for breathable air and other useful elements.

The entire build is around 190 to 200 pieces.