When I was stationed on the carrier Independence, I was amazed at the punishment those cables took. I was certain one would snap someday, but that doesn't seem to ever happen. Good systems!
How is it impractical? It's not like people will be needing a basin at a public restroom. I probably use a half cup worth of water at the sink when I wash my hands. I think it's clever.
Serenity won. C'mon, NASA. I understand the fagola schmata with the whole Colbert thing, but Serenity was based on a True love for all things NASA-ish. Bad form to diss it. I'm off to my pod in disgust.
ahammel: Hope you have a blast!