ESA Creates 3D-Printed Bricks from Meteorite Dust for Moon Base Construction

The European Space Agency's innovative approach uses space dust to develop building materials for future lunar habitats.

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.