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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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High-Energy Detonation Based Lunar Regolith Simulation for Resource Utilization

Aerospace
As international lunar exploration shifts from mainly understanding the Moon to equally prioritizing its utilization, the requirement for highly similar lunar regolith simulants has grown.
Junyue Tang, Antong Zhao, Shengyuan Jiang, Yang Li, Yu Li, Yi Yang, Zongquan Deng, Xi Wang, Xiangrun Zhao, Tifei Han   +9 more
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Investigation of the Thermal Conductivity of Dry and Icy Lunar Regolith Simulants

Journal of Geophysical Research: Planets, Volume 130, Issue 9, September 2025.
Abstract This study investigates the thermal conductivity of lunar regolith simulants, both with and without the addition of ice. A novel icy regolith simulant was developed, combining microgranular water ice particles and lunar highlands simulant LHS‐1.
Henning Wache, Luca Kiewiet, Paul Zabel, Jürgen Blum   +3 more
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Determination of the Dynamic Angle of Repose of Lunar Regolith Simulants

Geosciences
The determination of the dynamic angle of repose (DAR) of lunar regolith simulants is essential for modeling material behavior during in situ resource utilization (ISRU) processes and lunar surface operations.
Mateusz Pawłowski, Damian Pietrusiak, Jakub Wróbel, Janusz Kozubal   +3 more
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Critical Electrochemistry Technologies Applicable in Space Exploration

Advanced Science, Volume 12, Issue 32, August 28, 2025.
The available resources in space and discuss the application scenarios and challenges of electrochemical methods in four critical domains is analyzed: metallurgical processing of mineral resources, water resources utilization, carbon cycle management in extraterrestrial habitats, and electrical energy storage.
Ruisi Xu, Zepeng Lv, Shaolong Li, Jilin He, Jianxun Song   +4 more
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Viscosity measurements of selected lunar regolith simulants

American Mineralogist
Abstract In the context of evaluating lunar construction options, this study focuses on characterizing the viscosities and glass transition properties of lunar regolith simulants to support the development of additive manufacturing processes using molten regolith. Employing the modular TUBS lunar regolith simulant system, we measured the
Simon Stapperfend, Donald B. Dingwell, Kai-Uwe Hess, Jennifer Sutherland, Axel Müller, Dirk Müller, Michael Eitel, Julian Baasch, Stefan Linke, Enrico Stoll   +9 more
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Design and experimental study of a tethered self-excavating drilling and coring scheme for lunar deep mining

Meitan kexue jishu
The development and utilization of lunar mineral resources is an important way to solve the earth’s energy crisis. Drilling and coring, an effective method for lunar section sample collection, is a key prerequisite for accurately identifying the ...
Mingzhong GAO, Jiahua LI, Haichun HAO, Jing XIE, Yuanru LI, Lang ZHOU, Zheng GAO, Yan WU, Bing JI, Zhipeng WANG, Xuemin ZHOU   +10 more
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Development of a New Lunar Regolith Simulant using an Automated Program Framework

Journal of Astronomy and Space Sciences
Nowadays, the trend in lunar exploration missions is shifting from prospecting lunar surface to utilizing in-situ resources and establishing sustainable bridgehead.
GyeongRok Kwon, Kyeong Ja Kim, Eungseok Yi   +2 more
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Effects of wheel width on running performance of four-wheeled small lunar rover

Nihon Kikai Gakkai ronbunshu
As future lunar habitation plans progress, the importance of landing-based exploration is increasing. Small lunar rovers are considered effective for such missions due to their low deployment risk and cost. However, these rovers are prone to slippage and
Kimitaka WATANABE, Moegi MARU, Masataka KAWAGUCHI, Kazuto TANAKA   +3 more
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Effect of Soil Type on Running Performance of Small Lunar Rover

Aerospace
It is very easy for a small lunar rover to slip on the regolith of the lunar surface and become stuck. Previous studies have quantitatively evaluated the effects of wheel geometry, such as elliptical or eccentric wheels, on the performance of a rover ...
Kimitaka Watanabe, Tomoki Horiguchi, Kazuto Tanaka   +2 more
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