"Constructing Moon Homes: Innovations with Lunar Regolith"
Researchers are exploring the potential of lunar regolith, the fine material covering the moon's surface, for building roads, landing pads, and shelters on the moon. Challenges in setting up permanent bases on the moon include transporting materials from Earth, but efforts are underway to utilize resources found on the moon for construction. NASA and ICON Technology are investigating lunar building technologies, including 3D printing using raw lunar material, to establish suitable permanent landing areas and minimize disturbance caused by the fine regolith.