For centuries, the moon has been regarded as a lifeless, frozen body, apparently unchanged, since the old volcanic activity has stopped billions of years ago. However, exciting new research results show that this view may require a serious review. A groundbreaking study in published in The Planetary Science Journal Shows that the moon can have been believed much more recently than before.
Researchers at the University of Maryland (UMD) have discovered 266 small ridges on the other side of the moon – an area that was covered by the earth from the direct view. These formations known as mare combs were estimated to be younger than expected, with some of the latest geological movements possibly performing 14 million years ago. This astonishing finding suggests that our satellite has maintained a certain degree of geological vitality and that the long -term assumption of calm after cooling its melted surface has questioned about 3 billion years ago.
In the past, scientists believed that changes to the moon surface after cooling were limited to the effects of sky bodies. The identification of these mare combs, which enforced much younger effects of craters, shows that tectonic activities have been carried out on the moon in the past 200 million years. This seismic evidence raises enthusiastic questions about how the moon could still be active and which other hidden processes can occur under its dusty veneer.
These mare struggles that are around the moon Maria – the dark levels formed by old lava flows – represent fascinating remains of the geological history of the moon. These discoveries, which are previously regarded as the result of an extraordinary volcanic activity, which is triggered by asteroid effects, indicate the continued internal movement. The moon may still be fascinating when it cools down. This contraction leads to surface folds that resemble those on a shrinking apple. But does the moon still change actively today? Future manned missions can contain the key to the development of this secret and the provision of valuable data for moon research.
Turn our view of the upcoming NASAS. Blue Ghost Mission 1We see ourselves in 2025 to see another important initiative to deepen our moon knowledge. This ambitious mission will concentrate on moon dust or regolith, which is one of the greatest obstacles to future moon missions. The mission comprises two remarkable technological innovations: the electrodynamic dust sign (ed.) And the stereo camera for lunar-spoted surface studies (SCALPSS).
The EDS uses electrical fields to combat the agonizing problem of moon dust accumulation on space vehicles, which improves the longevity of sensitive devices. In the meantime, Scalps aims to capture stereo images to analyze how rocket boost interacts with moon dust and offers insights into the development of safe landing protocols during moon.
In addition to the focus on technological progress, Blue Ghost Mission 1 tries to create the prerequisites for sustainable strategies for moon versions. The data collected can form the basis for the design of moon bases that are equipped with the particularly hard and unpredictable surroundings of the moon to protect devices and astronauts. This mission agrees with NASA's Artemis program, which aims to establish a continuing human presence on the moon and finally pave the way for the future exploration of Mars.
Dr. Mohammad Azami from Concordia University emphasizes the importance of the transformation of moon dust through “in-situ resource utilization” (ISRU) techniques. Such methods propose to rotate moon dust and materials on the moon itself – and to transport them from the earth as the transport of supplies – useful building materials.
3D printing technologies illustrate this innovative approach so that structures can be built up for layer and significantly reduce material waste. Azami has developed Mobile 3D printing robots that are able to autonomously mix the polymer of moon dust to create protective barriers for solar radiation and to improve the safety of astronauts during the missions. This technological jump could make quick construction and repairs easier and reduce the dangers of the moon environments.
Of course, energy restrictions represent another challenge. The extreme temperatures of the moon and the longer dark phases require effective energy storage solutions. The researchers work out powerfully to develop energy -efficient extraction techniques that aim to maximize the resources of the moon and to announce the prospect of self -supporting moon base.
The mix of new research that confirms the potential geological activity of the moon and the ambitious plans of NASA signals lively opportunities for the future of humanity on the moon. These efforts underline the importance of the moon not only as another distant sky committee, but as the next border for research, living space and the industry. With the moon at the top of our exploration efforts, every new discovery and mission improves our prospects for survival and thriving beyond the earth.