Being in space is cool but you do have to deal with the lack of gravity, although astronauts don’t have to anguish about their sagging bits and waste a ton of money on a plastic surgeon. One of the more inconvenient thing about being in space is relieving oneself, and currently they have special attachments to fit either male or female anatomies. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has a different concept though, and have committed their duration in developing a next-generation toilet for space exploration. that diaper-like portable toilet is

supposedly clean and easy to use, featuring an robotic washer and dryer to keep your skin baby smooth and clean once you’re done with your business. Hopefully the cleaning will be thorough, as everybody loves a clean butt.

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Original post by Allanda