Introduction to Lunar In-Situ Construction

This book provides an in-depth overview of the technologies for building sustainable lunar bases. It focuses on the challenges of the lunar environmentsuch as low gravity, extreme temperature fluctuations, radiation, and moonquakesand the materials that can be sourced from lunar regolith. The book also outlines various construction methods, such as 3D printing and masonry, providing insights into their application for lunar bases. Furthermore, it highlights essential processes and equipment for lunar construction, including the use of advanced printing techniques and geological exploration tools. Case studies from different space agencies offer practical examples of proposed solutions. Aimed at researchers, engineers, and decision-makers in aerospace, civil engineering, and materials science, this book is a critical resource for understanding the future of lunar exploration and base development. The basis of English translation of this book, originally in Chinese, was facilitated by artificial intelligence. The content was later revised by the author for accuracy.

Provides an in-depth analysis of lunar construction technologies under extreme environmental conditions Combines lunar material science with advanced construction methods for real-world applications Explores essential lunar construction equipment, including soil collection and in-situ printing technologies

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Prof. Cheng Zhou is a professor and doctoral supervisor at Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST), China. He holds the Ministry of Education's Youth Changjiang Scholar Award and the Hubei Provincial Distinguished Young Scholar Award. He is currently the Director of the Department of Digital Construction and Engineering Management at HUST and Assistant Director of the National Center of Technology Innovation for Digital Construction. Prof. Zhou has received the National Science and Technology Progress Award (Second Class), the Hong Kong Construction Industry Council International Innovation Award, and several provincial-level awards.

Prof. Hanbin Luo is a professor and doctoral supervisor at HUST and the Associate Dean of the School of Civil and Hydraulic Engineering. He also serves as the Director of the Wuhan Digital Construction Industrial Technology Research Institute. Prof. Luo has won two National Science and Technology Progress Awards (Second Class) and multiple provincial and ministerial-level awards.

Prof. Yusheng Shi is a distinguished professor at HUST and the Director of the National-Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of Digital Materials Processing Technology and Equipment (Hubei). He has received multiple national awards, including two National Science and Technology Progress Awards (Second Class) and a National Technological Invention Award (Second Class).

Prof. Long Xiao is a professor at China University of Geosciences (Wuhan), specializing in petrology and planetary science. He has led and undertaken over 30 research projects, including a key project funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. His research has been published in top-tier academic journals such as Science, Nature, Nature Geoscience, Nature Communications. Prof. Xiao serves as a scientific advisor for the China National Space Administration's Lunar Exploration and Space Engineering Center and a member of the expert group for China's Manned Space Program in the field of space science and applications.

Prof. Chunze Yan is a professor at HUST and a recipient of the Changjiang Scholar Award. He is the Director of the State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die & Moild Technology. Prof. Yan has won the National Technological Invention Award (Second Class) and several other prestigious awards, including the China Top Ten Scientific and Technological Progress Award and the Geneva International Patent Gold Award.

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Chapter 1. Overview of Lunar Construction Methods.- Chapter 2. Extreme Conditions Faced in Lunar In-Situ Construction.- Chapter 3. Typical Structures for Lunar In-Situ Construction.- Chapter 4. Lunar In-Situ Construction Materials.- Chapter 5. Lunar In-Situ Construction Techniques.- Chapter 6. Equipment for Lunar In-Situ Construction.- Chapter 7. Case Studies of Lunar In-Situ Construction Plans.