Artemis Removable-Canister Waste Accumulation System & Handler (ARC-WASH): A Portable Modular Space Lavatory

The Artemis Removable-Canister Waste Accumulation System and Handler (ARC-WASH) is a portable, modular space lavatory designed for use onboard spacecraft in both microgravity and terrestrial/lunar gravity. In designing this translunar waste collection and storage system, a systems engineering approach is combined with product design principles and inspiration from everyday objects to create a toilet that prioritizes crew comfort, inclusivity, and ease of use by all astronauts, while maintaining cleanliness, efficiency, and functionality in the most demanding of environments. The flexible, modular design of the ARC-WASH accommodates astronauts of all genders, solves problems faced with previous generations of space toilets, and introduces an unprecedented degree of versatility for use in landers, rovers, and even future space habitats.