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Geologic History of the Mons Malapert and Mons Mouton Regions Near the Lunar South Pole: Basis for Future Exploration

Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets, Volume 130, Issue 10, October 2025.
Abstract This study presents a 1:100,000 scale geologic map of the region encompassing Mons Mouton, Mons Malapert, and Cabeus crater, highlighting the region's geologic diversity. Based on location and topography, Mons Mouton and Mons Malapert are interpreted as remnant massifs of the South Pole‐Aitken (SPA) basin rim.
Lukas Wueller, Wajiha Iqbal, Thomas Frueh, James W. Head, David A. Kring, Astrid Oetting, Carolyn H. van der Bogert, Harald Hiesinger   +7 more
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Spirulina supported plant growth in regolith simulants and elevated levels of CO2

Frontiers in Space Technologies
IntroductionA key element for sustainable off-world habitation is the ability to grow food through in-situ resource utilization (ISRU). Growth substrates are required to overcome the challenges of ISRU in the space environment, including the use of ...
Kristen A. Miller, Dennis Terry Trevino, Gilbert Cauthorn   +2 more
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Analysis of four Apollo 16 double drive tubes using QEMSCAN® mapping techniques: Implications for sampling the lunar regolith in highland terrains

Meteoritics &Planetary Science, Volume 60, Issue 10, Page 2504-2523, October 2025.
Abstract The lunar regolith contains a rich history of Solar System impact events and solar activity. Many future missions will land in the south polar region of the Moon, a heavily impact cratered highland terrain, similar to the Apollo 16 landing site.
Stephanie L. Halwa, Katherine H. Joy, Romain Tartèse, Samantha K. Bell   +3 more
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Origins of the Water Ice Excavated by the Christmas Eve Crater Formation on Mars

Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets, Volume 130, Issue 9, September 2025.
Abstract On the 24th of December 2021, a meteoroid struck the martian surface, producing a 150‐m wide crater and excavating the lowest‐latitude water ice observed on Mars to date. Knowledge of the preimpact depth, thickness and lateral continuity of the excavated ice would provide new insight into past environmental changes such as temperature and ...
N. Wójcicka, G. S. Collins, V. G. Rangarajan, C. M. Dundas, I. J. Daubar   +4 more
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Characterization of High-priority Landing Sites for Robotic Exploration Missions in the Apollo Basin, Moon

The Planetary Science Journal
The South Pole–Aitken (SPA) basin is the oldest and largest visible impact structure on the Moon, making it a high priority science site for exploration missions. The 492 km diameter Apollo peak-ring basin is one of the youngest and largest basins within
Csilla Orgel, Ines Torres, Sebastien Besse, Carolyn H. van der Bogert, Rickbir Bahia, René Prissang, Mikhail A. Ivanov, Harald Hiesinger, Gregory Michael, Jan Hendrik Pasckert, Mayssa El Yazidi, Balazs Bradak, Sebastian H. G. Walter   +12 more
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Thermomechanical loading scenarios of habitat structures on Mars: Experimental material characterization and numerical assessment of sulfur-concrete constructions

Developments in the Built Environment
Crewed missions to Mars will require the construction of habitable structures using locally available materials due to limited cargo capacity from Earth. Both sulfur and regolith are abundant on Mars and can be processed to sulfur-concrete via melting of
Sophie H. Gruber, Manuel Bode, Thomas Marcher, Roman Lackner   +3 more
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Evaluating Seismic Ambient Noise Techniques for Detecting Ice‐Bearing Rocks on the Moon

Earth and Space Science, Volume 12, Issue 9, September 2025.
Abstract One of the primary objectives of upcoming lunar missions is to locate ice‐bearing rocks at the South Pole. While evidence for their presence exists, the exact distribution and quantity remain uncertain. In this study, we evaluate the potential of seismic ambient noise techniques—including seismic interferometry, H/V spectral ratios ...
S. Keil, M. Schimmel, H. Igel
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Towards sustainable lunar habitats with ISRU in Chang’E mission: Mechanical–energy evolution and damage mechanisms of LPBF-printed lunar regolith simulate

International Journal of Mining Science and Technology
Targeting Chang’E-8 mission’ in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) for sustainable lunar habitats, laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) provides a viable pathway for in-situ additive manufacturing of lunar regolith.
Sheng Li, Xinyi Li, Yuyue Gao, Bo Zhou, Yan Zhou, Jian Song, Cheng Zhou, Wei Yao, Lieyun Ding   +8 more
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Space Economy and Sustainability: A Systematic Review

Sustainable Development, Volume 33, Issue 4, Page 4922-4959, August 2025.
ABSTRACT The space economy is booming thanks to the increasing investment of government agencies, private companies, and venture capitalists. From the beginning of the New Space era, the array of actors involved in the development of technologies for extra‐terrestrial activities has increased, as well as the downstream applications that foster ...
Marianna Valente, Federico Caviggioli, Lara Agostini   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Advancements in Mars Habitation Technologies and Terrestrial Simulation Projects: A Comprehensive Review

Aerospace
This review examines advancements in Mars habitation technologies, emphasizing Earth-based analog missions and closed-loop life support systems critical for long-duration human presence on the Red Planet.
Yubin Zhong, Tao Wu, Yan Han, Feiyang Wang, Dan Zhao, Zhen Fang, Linxin Pan, Chen Tang   +7 more
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