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Interplanetary frontiers: terraforming from an invasion science perspective

Oikos, EarlyView.
The pursuit of a multi‐planetary existence represents one of humanity's greatest frontiers. If applied justly, it offers an opportunity to extend its civilization's lifespan amid escalating sustainability crises on Earth. One approach increasingly gaining traction is terraforming, a hitherto theoretical ecological and evolutionary experiment revolving ...
Teun Everts, Ronaldo Sousa, Phillip J. Haubrock   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Lunar regolith simulations with discrete element method based on Chang'E-5 mission's lunar soil particle morphology

Yantu gongcheng xuebao
To align with the current strategic planning of "survey, mining, and development" in China's lunar exploration mission, and to obtain more accurate physical and mechanical properties of lunar regolith, this study focuses on the influences of lunar ...
WANG Siyuan 1, , JIANG Mingjing 2, 3, 4
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Modeled Subsidence of Permafrost Terrain 2025–2050: North‐Central Alaska

Permafrost and Periglacial Processes, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT A large fraction of the Alaska terrain is underlain by regolith that contains excess ice (ice that in volume exceeds the natural pore space). Possible loss of excess ice would lead to ground subsidence, which in turn would disturb and destabilize the ground surface.
Jaakko Putkonen, Hayden Patterson, Robert Chance, Mary Soaper, Anai Caparó Bellido, Aymane Ahajjam, Andrew Wilcox, Sheridan Parker, Timothy Pasch   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluating the Depth–Age Hypothesis for the Evolution of the Lunar Regolith

The Planetary Science Journal
Lunar regolith is the fractured rock layer covering most of the lunar surface. This rock is fractured into regolith primarily by repeated meteorite impacts over eons.
Gwendolyn D. Bart
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Research progress on the adaptability of lunar regolith simulant-based composites and lunar base construction methods

International Journal of Mining Science and Technology
The development and utilization of lunar resources are entering a critical stage. Immediate focus is needed on key technologies for in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) and lunar base construction.
Bo Liu, Peng Sun, Wei Yao, Tao Li, Wei Xu   +4 more
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From Flybys to Sample Return: A Review of Space Probes and Robotic Sampling Technologies for Small Bodies

Journal of Field Robotics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT As a crucial puzzle piece of deep space exploration, exploring small bodies can provide significant scientific insights and valuable mineral resources. Unlike missions to the Moon and Mars, small‐body missions pose distinct technical challenges, including communication delays, weak gravity, and uncertain environments. This paper reviews a full
Xin Zhang, Hao Zhou, Dalin Zhou, Zhaojie Ju   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development of a Hydrogeological Conceptual Model for Shallow Aquifers in the Data Scarce Upper Blue Nile Basin

Hydrology, 2019
Rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa commonly rely on shallow hand-dug wells and springs; consequently, shallow aquifers are an extremely important water source.
David Walker, Geoff Parkin, John Gowing, Alemseged Tamiru Haile   +3 more
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Hexapod Locomotion Across Structured and Unstructured Terrains: A Data‐Driven Review of Modeling, Control, and Validation

Journal of Field Robotics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The design of a hexapod is complex and requires integration between kinematic models, control systems, and sensing. Existing literature has reviewed these sub‐systems in isolation. Since 2021, there has been no review of the field despite significant advancements in soft soil, lunar traversal, and artificial intelligence.
Akhil Rampersad, Bashan Naidoo
wiley   +1 more source

Martian‑Regolith Simulant Confined Nanogenerators for Wireless Tactile Sensing for Human‐Machine Interface

Small, EarlyView.
A Martian regolith‐simulant/PDMS triboelectric nanogenerator is developed as an ISRU‐inspired, self‐powered tactile sensor for wireless human–machine interface applications. ABSTRACT Achieving a sustainable energy system for space missions remains challenging due to the continued reliance on Earth‐supplied materials.
Shidhin Mappoli, Keval K. Sonigara, Martin Pumera   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Discrete element simulation of lunar regolith considering van der Waals forces and its application in cone penetration test

Yantu gongcheng xuebao
Lunar regolith serves as a critical material for lunar surface construction and resource exploration missions, and its mechanical response characteristics are essential for lunar engineering applications.
SANLANG Siji 1, 2, 3, WANG Chao 1, 2, 3, TONG Xiaohua 1, 2, 3, XIE Huan 1, 2, 3, XU Kaihan 4, LI Jia 1, 2, 3, JIANG Mingjing 5, XU Xiong 1, 2, 3, FENG Yongjiu 1, 2, 3, JIN Yanmin 1, 2, 3
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