Chinese scientists have created the world's first prototype device designed to produce construction bricks from the soil on the Moon's surface. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
This new apparatus was presented at the World Manufacturing Industry Conference held in Hefei city, according to Xinhua agency. The device operates using solar energy and focuses the rays with a magnification of three thousand times.
Through this process, the regolith on the Moon's surface is melted and transformed into strong and high-quality bricks. Experts believe that directly producing construction materials on the Moon will be crucial for establishing stations and infrastructure.
Within the scope of this project, the construction of a base complex is planned by 2035, with its expansion scheduled for the 2040s. This achievement is considered one of the important steps for humanity in creating robust infrastructure in space.
In turn, it will simplify construction processes and reduce costs. Thus, it increases the possibility of creating favorable conditions for human activities on the Moon and carrying out long-term missions.
