NASA's Vision: 3D-Printed Lunar Homes for Future Moon Settlements

NASA's Nujoud Merancy discusses plans for permanent lunar infrastructure within the next few decades, focusing on both scientific research and potential commercial opportunities. As part of the Artemis program, astronauts are set to return to the moon in 2027, with initial habitats likely to be small, pressurized modules. Merancy draws parallels with Antarctic architecture, envisioning a gradual build-out similar to research stations there. Challenges include sustaining systems during long lunar nights, but future developments may include inflatable habitats and in-situ resource utilization for sustainability.