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A view of PSTDL’s lunar environment simulator—a dusty thermal vacuum chamber capable of reaching temperatures down to -196°C.
SpaceFactory and Michigan Technological University teamed up to construct the first-ever lunar 'road' in a simulated space environment, replicating the dusty vacuum conditions of the moon. This pioneering project not only demonstrates the viability of constructing durable infrastructure on the lunar surface but also underscores the powerful synergy between the private sector and academic institutions in advancing space technology. The project was made possible through a NASA-funded Phase 1 STTR partnership.