Overview

• ESA's 'space bricks' are made from 4.5 billion-year-old meteorite dust and a biodegradable polymer.
• The bricks mimic the design and interlocking mechanism of LEGO bricks, aiding in structural testing.
• This development is part of the Artemis programme aiming to establish a permanent lunar base.
• Using lunar regolith for construction could significantly reduce the cost and complexity of transporting materials from Earth.
• The space bricks are showcased in LEGO stores worldwide to inspire interest in space science and engineering.