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Solving the dangerous space dust problem with static fields Metal Tech News - October 25, 2023
The finely crushed dust of lunar regolith is made of sharp, statically active particles that cling persistently to everything - scouring, corroding, clogging and coating surfaces. This causes overheating and can destroy equipment and spacesuits. If inhaled, it can also severely damage astronauts' lungs.
In lieu of aliens or secret government bases, there is a very real and persistent threat on the Moon to future astronauts on NASA's Artemis mission – dust. This powdery substance is far from the commonplace kind we're used to earthside.
Lunar dust is the finest fraction of crushed regolith easily disturbed and distributed throughout the low-gravity atmosphere of the Moon. It differs significantly...
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