🌑 The Space Bricks Have Landed! 🌑 Inspired by LEGO, European Space Agency - ESA scientists have used dust from a meteorite to 3D-print 'space bricks' to test these ideas. These space bricks are on display in selected #LEGO stores from 20 June to 20 September, aiming to inspire the next generation of space engineers. Full story 👉 https://lnkd.in/evw-YKEw The concept is simple yet revolutionary: instead of transporting building materials to the Moon, we could use lunar regolith to construct a base. ESA scientists tackled the challenge of limited lunar regolith on Earth by grinding up a 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite to create their own version. This dust was then used to 3D-print LEGO-style space bricks. The beauty of these space bricks lies in their flexibility and modularity, similar to regular LEGO bricks but in a stylish space grey. This allows scientists to build and test various structures, fostering creativity and innovation. As ESA Science Officer Aidan Cowley stated, "It was both fun and useful in scientifically understanding the boundaries of these techniques." This initiative not only advances scientific research but also aims to inspire young minds. Emmet Fletcher, Head of ESA's Branding and Partnerships Office, emphasized, "ESA's space bricks are a great way to show young people how play and the power of imagination play a crucial role in space science." As industrial applications of additive manufacturing continue to rise, it's fascinating to see such creative, out-of-the-box uses. If ESA is interested, we can explore how the International Additive Manufacturing Qualification System (IAMQS) can support training the future space workforce in utilizing these technologies. And who knows, we might even need to rename it from International AMQS to Intergalactic AMQS! 😁 #AdditiveManufacturing #SpaceInnovation #3DPrinting #MoonBase #LEGO #IAMQS #FutureWorkforce #SpaceExploration
🌑 We've been exploring how a future Moon base might be built from materials on the lunar surface. Inspired by LEGO, we used dust from a meteorite to 3D-print 'space bricks' to test these ideas. Our 'space bricks' are on display in selected #LEGO stores from 20 June to 20 September, helping to inspire the next generation of space engineers. Full story 👉 https://lnkd.in/evw-YKEw
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2moEurico Assunçao, muito interessante! Inovação sempre nos surpreende e inspira.