The moment of preparation and consumption of food defines a break in the astronaut’s scheduled activity.

The instrument to heat and then consume food brings back in form and mode of use to a maracas, South American musical instrument, emphasizing with its playful use the moment of relaxation that should correspond to lunch.

In fact, a refined mechanical system uses the movement to produce energy used to heat food, which will then be consumed in the half-sphere transformed into a cup.

A simple gesture, to prepare food effectively and consume it lightly.