Okay, so self contained and pressurized. Leaks happen in systems like that, and you can't really replenish your supply. You'd be dependent on earth for resupply.
Again, not viable.
The viable option in my opinion is towing asteroids into orbit for mining. Most of the asteroids in our belt are known in terms of metal content, and that would be a useful first step to securing resources for future space expansion.
Okay, so self contained and pressurized. Leaks happen in systems like that, and you can't really replenish your supply. You'd be dependent on earth for resupply.
Again, not viable.
The viable option in my opinion is towing asteroids into orbit for mining. Most of the asteroids in our belt are known in terms of metal content, and that would be a useful first step to securing resources for future space expansion.