Mining the Moon: Regolith's Potential
Mining the Moon: The Potential of Lunar ISRU for Future Exploration For decades, humanity has gazed at the moon, dreaming of stepping foot on its dusty surface. Today, that dream is becoming reality with renewed interest in lunar exploration. But beyond scientific discovery and breathtaking imagery lies a crucial element for long-term sustainability: In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU). And at the heart of this revolution lies regolith processing. Regolith, the loose, fragmented material covering the moon's surface, is far more than just dust. It's a treasure trove of resources waiting to be unlocked. This lunar soil contains elements like aluminum, calcium, iron, magnesium, and even precious metals – all essential building blocks for future lunar habitats, spacecraft, and scientific instruments. The...