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A pilot study of laser-welding cast basalt blocks for lunar construction

Case Studies in Construction Materials, 2023
Using sintered or melted regolith to produce masonry units is a promising option for constructing lunar base civil infrastructure. However, the ingredients needed to produce cementitious mortar are not easily available on the moon and using water-based ...
Kevin W. Farries, Phillip Visintin, Scott T. Smith   +2 more
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Binder Jetting of Lunar Regolith: Densification Optimization in Air and Vacuum, and Mechanical Performance Evaluation

Journal of the American Ceramic Society, Volume 109, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Binder jetting has emerged as a compelling approach for processing lunar regolith, as it is well‐suited for low‐energy environments and requires lower amounts of organic binder, compared to the competitive technologies. This study investigates the feasibility of binder jetting lunar regolith simulants from micrometric particles, focusing on ...
Marco Mariani, Maxim Isachenkov, Francesco Bertolini, Carmen Galassi, Antonio Mattia Grande, Giuseppe Sala, Nora Lecis   +6 more
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From the Martian Surface to Its Low Orbit in a Reusable Single-Stage Vehicle—Charon

Aerospace, 2021
With Mars colonisation becoming a reality for the near future, it is of importance to analyse how crew and cargo can be transported between Earth and a colony on Mars. This article is a feasibility and design study of a launch vehicle whose mission is to
Jérémie Gaffarel, Afrasiab Kadhum, Mohammad Fazaeli, Dimitrios Apostolidis, Menno Berger, Lukas Ciunaitis, Wieger Helsdingen, Lasse Landergren, Mateusz Lentner, Jonathan Neeser, Luca Trotta, Marc Naeije   +11 more
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Simple and effective remediation strategies of Martian perchlorates

Soil Science Society of America Journal, Volume 90, Issue 1, January/February 2026.
Abstract Martian surface minerals have abundant perchlorate salts existing in both solid and liquid phases that will impair agricultural operations, biological life‐support systems, and in situ resource utilization due to their toxicity. Thus, simple and effective perchlorate remediation strategies will be necessary for the successful use of Martian ...
Harrison R. Coker, Aenghus C. Denvir, Julie A. Howe   +2 more
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Visual SLAM-Based Robotic Mapping Method for Planetary Construction

Sensors, 2021
With the recent discovery of water-ice and lava tubes on the Moon and Mars along with the development of in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) technology, the recent planetary exploration has focused on rover (or lander)-based surface missions toward the ...
Sungchul Hong, Antyanta Bangunharcana, Jae-Min Park, Minseong Choi, Hyu-Soung Shin   +4 more
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The Role of Digital Twin for Space and Remote Terrestrial Construction

Digital Twins and Applications, Volume 3, Issue 1, January/December 2026.
This article explores digital twin technology's critical role in construction for extreme environments, including space habitats and remote terrestrial infrastructure. It highlights strategic advantages, discusses essential governance and policy frameworks, and identifies emerging technological trends, emphasising the transformative potential for ...
Ehsan Noroozinejad Farsangi
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Self-Propagating High-Temperature Synthesis Reactions for ISRU and ISFR Applications

Eurasian Chemico-Technological Journal, 2011
In the framework of ISRU (In-Situ Resource Utilization) and ISFR (In-Situ Fabrication and Repair) applications, a novel recently patented process based on the occurrence of Self-propagating High temperature Synthesis (SHS) reactions potentially ...
G. Corrias, R. Licheri, R. Orru, G. Cao
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Oxychlorine Species on Mars: A Review

Reviews of Geophysics, Volume 63, Issue 4, December 2025.
Abstract Oxychlorine species (mainly perchlorate and chlorate) have been identified at multiple locations on the surface of Mars by both orbiter and in situ rovers. They have also been found in martian meteorites. Cl‐isotopes in meteoritic minerals suggest that an oxychlorine cycle has been operating on the martian surface for the last ∼4 billion years.
Kaushik Mitra
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A Comprehensive Review of Additive Manufacturing for Space Applications: Materials, Advances, Challenges, and Future Directions

Advanced Engineering Materials, Volume 27, Issue 22, November 2025.
Additive manufacturing (AM) transforms space hardware by enabling lightweight, high‐performance, and on‐demand production. This review outlines AM processes—powder bed fusion (PBF), directed energy deposition (DED), binder jetting (BJ), sheet lamination (SL), and material extrusion (ME)—applied to propulsion, satellite structures, and thermal devices ...
Stelios K. Georgantzinos, Eleni Papadopoulou, Grigorios Kostopoulos, Stefanos Voulgaris, Alexandra Tseni, Panteleimon Bakalis, Maria Gkara, Chara C. Mitropoulou, Nikos D. Lagaros   +8 more
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A Review of Lunar Environment and In-Situ Resource Utilization for Achieving Long-Term Lunar Habitation

Galaxies
The Moon’s unique environment, strategic position, and resource abundance make it a key target for deep space exploration. As lunar missions evolve from research to long-term habitation, leveraging local resources is essential to reduce dependence on ...
Chang Wang, Guoqing Zhang, Yaohui Wang, Lei Song   +3 more
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