The utilization of lunar resources is critical for the long-term sustainability of China's lunar exploration missions.In-situ manufacturing and construction using lunar regolith as the primary feedstock can provid...The utilization of lunar resources is critical for the long-term sustainability of China's lunar exploration missions.In-situ manufacturing and construction using lunar regolith as the primary feedstock can provide essential support for establishing,operating,and maintaining lunar bases.This paper presents a comprehensive review of current lunar regolith forming technologies.These methods fall into two main categories,depending on whether Earth-based additives are required during the forming process.Direct forming technologies rely entirely on local materials and require minimal or no external input.In contrast,indirect forming technologies depend on additional binders or components transported from Earth.The advantages and limitations of each approach are analyzed across several dimensions,including technical principles,forming speed,forming precision,forming quality,environmental adaptability,energy consumption,and process simplicity.This paper evaluates the application potential of each method in two key lunar use cases:large-scale infrastructure construction and flexible manufacturing of fine-structured components.Based on this analysis,development trends and strategic recommendations are proposed to support the optimization and deployment of in-situ resource utilization-based lunar regolith forming technologies for diverse lunar surface applications.展开更多
The utilization of lunar regolith for construction on the lunar surface presents a critical challenge in-situ resource utilization.This study proposes a lunar regolith manufacturing method that uses a high-performance...The utilization of lunar regolith for construction on the lunar surface presents a critical challenge in-situ resource utilization.This study proposes a lunar regolith manufacturing method that uses a high-performance resin binder characterized by a high regolith content and strong forming capabilities.A combined resin material with both thermosetting and photosetting properties was developed and mixed with lunar regolith to create a slurry.This slurry can be directly molded or additively extruded into green bodies with specific structures.These green bodies can self-cure under the high temperatures and ultraviolet radiation experienced during the lunar day,reducing energy consumption and fulfilling the requirements of lunar construction.The material-forming processes and effects of various additive types and concentrations,regolith mass ratios,and processing parameters on the properties of the slurry and the formed specimens were thoroughly investigated.The mechanical performance and microstructure of the fabricated samples were analyzed.The lunar regolith mass ratio reached 90 wt%(approximately 79 vol%),with the highest compressive strengths exceeding 60 MPa for cast specimens and 30 MPa for printed samples.This technology shows significant potential for enabling in-situ lunar regolith-based construction in future lunar missions.展开更多
3D printing technology can realize the rapid fabrication of complicated structures with short production chain,which just meet the requirements for space manufacturing in the future.This Special Issue features the cut...3D printing technology can realize the rapid fabrication of complicated structures with short production chain,which just meet the requirements for space manufacturing in the future.This Special Issue features the cutting-edge 3D printing technologies considering the space environment,focusing on the experimental validation and simulation on the 3D printing process and structural technologies,including whole process chain from raw materials,structural design,process,equipment,as well as functional verification.展开更多
Ceramic cores fabricated by stereolithography exhibit great potential in casting turbine blades.Previous research on ceramic core molding was primarily conducted using vertical printing techniques,which not only resul...Ceramic cores fabricated by stereolithography exhibit great potential in casting turbine blades.Previous research on ceramic core molding was primarily conducted using vertical printing techniques,which not only resulted in lengthy molding durations but also compromised the mechanical strength.In this work,silica(SiO--_2)ceramic cores,with fine complex geometric shapes,were fabricated using 65vol.%ceramic slurry by digital light processing(DLP)with different printing angles.Printing angles significantly impact the surface accuracy,shrinkage,printing efficiency of green bodies,as well as the microstructure and mechanical properties of sintered ceramic core samples.As the printing angle in the green body increases,the bonding area decreases,surface roughness on the XY plane worsens,shrinkage in the Z direction becomes more pronounced,and the printing efficiency declines.Similarly,an increase in the printing angle in the sintered body leads to a reduction in bending strength.At a printing angle of 30°,the printing time is reduced to half of that at 90°,which improves the molding efficiency.Meanwhile,the obtained bulk density of 1.71 g·cm~(-3),open porosity of 24%,and fiexural strength of 10.6±1 MPa can meet the requirements of sintered ceramic cores.Therefore,designing and optimizing the printing angles can achieve the balance between shrinkage,printing efficiency,and fiexural strength.展开更多
An eutectic high-entropy alloy consisting Al, Co, Cr, Fe and Ni elements was prepared by vacuum directional solidification technology. The alloy exhibits excellent comprehensive mechanical performance during tension a...An eutectic high-entropy alloy consisting Al, Co, Cr, Fe and Ni elements was prepared by vacuum directional solidification technology. The alloy exhibits excellent comprehensive mechanical performance during tension at temperature range of 600–700℃. The microstructure reveals the intersection of twintwin is the prevailing deformation mechanism and the twins play a dual role in strengthening and toughening the alloy in the thermomechanical process. The deformation twin variants I and were formed by the edge dislocation 112 and the mixed dislocation 211 on the {111} crystal planes, respectively. Besides, the dislocation jogs and kinks caused by twin intersection on the slip planes can strengthen the alloy, which may contribute to the high strength(the tensile strengths at the 600°and 700°tensile tests are respectively780 MPa and 630 MPa.). Moreover, the coherent twin boundary migration has the function of coordinating deformation and contributes to the high ductility of the alloy.展开更多
Activities of space materials science research in China have been continuously supported by two main national programs.One is the China Space Station(CSS)program since 1992,and the other is the Strategic Priority Prog...Activities of space materials science research in China have been continuously supported by two main national programs.One is the China Space Station(CSS)program since 1992,and the other is the Strategic Priority Program(SPP)on Space Science since 2011.In CSS plan in 2019,eleven space materials science experimental projects were officially approved for execution during the construction of the space station.In the SPP Phase Ⅱ launched in 2018,seven pre-research projects are deployed as the first batch in 2018,and one concept study project in 2019.These pre-research projects will be cultivated as candidates for future selection as space experiment projects on the recovery of scientific experimental satellites in the future.A new apparatus of electrostatic levitation system for ground-based research of space materials science and rapid solidification research has been developed under the support of the National Natural Science Foundation of China.In order to promote domestic academic activities and to enhance the advancement of space materials science in China,the Space Materials Science and Technology Division belong to the Chinese Materials Research Society was established in 2019.We also organized scientists to write five review papers on space materials science as a special topic published in the journal Scientia Sinica to provide valuable scientific and technical references for Chinese researchers.展开更多
Impact-resistant structures designed to withstand forces and maintain integrity under loads require high compressive strength,energy absorption capacity,tensile strength,and stiffness.These structures typically featur...Impact-resistant structures designed to withstand forces and maintain integrity under loads require high compressive strength,energy absorption capacity,tensile strength,and stiffness.These structures typically feature complex geometries that are difficult to produce using traditional manufacturing methods.Additive manufacturing(AM)technology has revolutionized the fabrication of such structures by offering superior capabilities in complexity,customization,and material efficiency.High-performance polymers(HPPs)including polyamide(PA),polyetherimide(PEI),polyphenylene sulfide(PPS),polyaryletherketones(PAEKs),and polyimide(PI)and their composites have gained prominence for impact-resistant applications due to their exceptional mechanical properties and AM compatibility.This review examines recent advances in the AM of HPPs for achieving impact resistance.It focuses on three key areas:the relationship between process parameters and mechanical/energyabsorbing performance,the properties of HPPs and their composites,and the impact-resistant characteristics of novel structural architectures.Additionally,the study addresses the current challenges and future perspectives in developing 3D-printed impact-resistant structures.By synthesizing this information,the review establishes a foundation for future research in innovative AM designs and new material feedstocks for impact-resistant applications.展开更多
Water-soluble salt-based ceramic cores can be recycled and have excellent high-temperature chemical stability.In this work,vat photopolymerization was successfully applied to water-soluble salt-based ceramic cores for...Water-soluble salt-based ceramic cores can be recycled and have excellent high-temperature chemical stability.In this work,vat photopolymerization was successfully applied to water-soluble salt-based ceramic cores for the first time.The powder raw materials of the printing suspension were sodium chloride and alumina.High-precision green bodies were manufactured by optimizing suspensions and parameters.In addition,the postprocessing method was optimized according to the microstructure and mechanical properties.The sintered part had a high bending strength and smooth surface.Finally,the dissolution rate and moisture resistance were compared under different dissolution and storage conditions.Compared to traditional manufacturing methods,vat photopolymerization enables the production of complex structures without molds and reduces production costs.This technology is suitable for the rapid iteration of complex structural parts and can be applied to precision parts in aerospace,military,and other technical fields with high cost-effectiveness and sustainability.展开更多
Lunar dust, the finest fraction of lunar regolith, has undergone important space weathering on the Moon. It not only serves as a record of the evolution of the lunar surface environment and the modification of mineral...Lunar dust, the finest fraction of lunar regolith, has undergone important space weathering on the Moon. It not only serves as a record of the evolution of the lunar surface environment and the modification of mineral properties, but also influences the lunar surface environment through dust transport. Our current understanding of the properties and transport mechanisms of lunar dust on the lunar surface, however, remains limited. With rapid development of lunar exploration, it is necessary to further study the problem and meet the need of future lunar exploration missions. The lunar surface is the primary environmental space where uncrewed lunar rover activity, crewed lunar exploration, and lunar base construction take place. The lunar dust will distribute in such a space area due to electrostatic lifting and impacted sputtering, which will pose a threat to lunar surface exploration activities. In addition, lunar dust transport is closely related to lunar horizon glow, lunar swirl, and lunar magnetic anomaly. Understanding the properties and transport mechanisms of lunar dust is key to comprehending the formation of these scientific phenomena. Therefore, a systematic and in-depth investigation of lunar dust properties and dust transport patterns is urgently required to advance lunar science and implement lunar exploration projects. In this study, we summarize the physical and chemical properties of lunar dust and our understanding of dust transport on the lunar surface, identify remaining challenges and issues in the study of lunar dust, and offer perspectives on this research field.展开更多
Porous carbon-based microwave absorbers demonstrate significant potential due to their lightweight characteristics and tunable dielectric properties,despite persistent challenges including narrow bandwidth,structural ...Porous carbon-based microwave absorbers demonstrate significant potential due to their lightweight characteristics and tunable dielectric properties,despite persistent challenges including narrow bandwidth,structural fragility,and thermal instability.In this study,an innovative PyC@SiC_(nws)@SiBCN ceramic foam was fabricated via a two-step impregnation process,followed by polymer-derived ceramic conversion through pressureless pyrolysis.The effects of SiC nws content and pyrolysis temperature on microstructure,dielectric behavior,and microwave absorption were comprehensively investigated.Results demonstrate that heat treatment modulates the composition and multi-dimensional heterogeneous interfaces,and the optimal absorber exhibits exceptional performance with a minimum reflection loss of-58.4 dB at 11.0 GHz and ultra-wide EAB of 4.2 GHz(covering the entire X-band)at merely 4.5 mm thickness.The three-layered coating structure composed of PyC,SiC_(nws),and SiBCN enables effective regulation of impedance matching through dielectric gradient distribution and induces multiple interfacial polarization losses synchronously,providing new insights into the structural engineering of ceramic foams for microwave absorbers.展开更多
基金supported by International Partnership Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.310GJH2024010GC)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52005479),China Building Materials Federation(Grant No.2023JBGS0401)+1 种基金Beijing Municipal Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.2244111)Director’s Fund of Technology and Engineering Center for Space Utilization(Grant No.CAS T4035711XY)。
文摘The utilization of lunar resources is critical for the long-term sustainability of China's lunar exploration missions.In-situ manufacturing and construction using lunar regolith as the primary feedstock can provide essential support for establishing,operating,and maintaining lunar bases.This paper presents a comprehensive review of current lunar regolith forming technologies.These methods fall into two main categories,depending on whether Earth-based additives are required during the forming process.Direct forming technologies rely entirely on local materials and require minimal or no external input.In contrast,indirect forming technologies depend on additional binders or components transported from Earth.The advantages and limitations of each approach are analyzed across several dimensions,including technical principles,forming speed,forming precision,forming quality,environmental adaptability,energy consumption,and process simplicity.This paper evaluates the application potential of each method in two key lunar use cases:large-scale infrastructure construction and flexible manufacturing of fine-structured components.Based on this analysis,development trends and strategic recommendations are proposed to support the optimization and deployment of in-situ resource utilization-based lunar regolith forming technologies for diverse lunar surface applications.
基金supported by International Partnership Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.310GJH2024010GC)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52005479)the China Building Materials Federation(Grant No.2023JBGS0401)。
文摘The utilization of lunar regolith for construction on the lunar surface presents a critical challenge in-situ resource utilization.This study proposes a lunar regolith manufacturing method that uses a high-performance resin binder characterized by a high regolith content and strong forming capabilities.A combined resin material with both thermosetting and photosetting properties was developed and mixed with lunar regolith to create a slurry.This slurry can be directly molded or additively extruded into green bodies with specific structures.These green bodies can self-cure under the high temperatures and ultraviolet radiation experienced during the lunar day,reducing energy consumption and fulfilling the requirements of lunar construction.The material-forming processes and effects of various additive types and concentrations,regolith mass ratios,and processing parameters on the properties of the slurry and the formed specimens were thoroughly investigated.The mechanical performance and microstructure of the fabricated samples were analyzed.The lunar regolith mass ratio reached 90 wt%(approximately 79 vol%),with the highest compressive strengths exceeding 60 MPa for cast specimens and 30 MPa for printed samples.This technology shows significant potential for enabling in-situ lunar regolith-based construction in future lunar missions.
文摘3D printing technology can realize the rapid fabrication of complicated structures with short production chain,which just meet the requirements for space manufacturing in the future.This Special Issue features the cutting-edge 3D printing technologies considering the space environment,focusing on the experimental validation and simulation on the 3D printing process and structural technologies,including whole process chain from raw materials,structural design,process,equipment,as well as functional verification.
基金the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of Chinese Academy of Science(No.2021160)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51802319)the Technology and Engineering Center for Space(No.CSU-QZKT-2019-04)。
文摘Ceramic cores fabricated by stereolithography exhibit great potential in casting turbine blades.Previous research on ceramic core molding was primarily conducted using vertical printing techniques,which not only resulted in lengthy molding durations but also compromised the mechanical strength.In this work,silica(SiO--_2)ceramic cores,with fine complex geometric shapes,were fabricated using 65vol.%ceramic slurry by digital light processing(DLP)with different printing angles.Printing angles significantly impact the surface accuracy,shrinkage,printing efficiency of green bodies,as well as the microstructure and mechanical properties of sintered ceramic core samples.As the printing angle in the green body increases,the bonding area decreases,surface roughness on the XY plane worsens,shrinkage in the Z direction becomes more pronounced,and the printing efficiency declines.Similarly,an increase in the printing angle in the sintered body leads to a reduction in bending strength.At a printing angle of 30°,the printing time is reduced to half of that at 90°,which improves the molding efficiency.Meanwhile,the obtained bulk density of 1.71 g·cm~(-3),open porosity of 24%,and fiexural strength of 10.6±1 MPa can meet the requirements of sintered ceramic cores.Therefore,designing and optimizing the printing angles can achieve the balance between shrinkage,printing efficiency,and fiexural strength.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos: 51601192 and 51671188)the High Technology Research and Development Program of China (No. 2014AA041701)the National Key R & D Program of China (2018YFB1106600)
文摘An eutectic high-entropy alloy consisting Al, Co, Cr, Fe and Ni elements was prepared by vacuum directional solidification technology. The alloy exhibits excellent comprehensive mechanical performance during tension at temperature range of 600–700℃. The microstructure reveals the intersection of twintwin is the prevailing deformation mechanism and the twins play a dual role in strengthening and toughening the alloy in the thermomechanical process. The deformation twin variants I and were formed by the edge dislocation 112 and the mixed dislocation 211 on the {111} crystal planes, respectively. Besides, the dislocation jogs and kinks caused by twin intersection on the slip planes can strengthen the alloy, which may contribute to the high strength(the tensile strengths at the 600°and 700°tensile tests are respectively780 MPa and 630 MPa.). Moreover, the coherent twin boundary migration has the function of coordinating deformation and contributes to the high ductility of the alloy.
基金Supports by the Strategic Priority Research Program on Space Science,the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDA15013200,XDA15013700,XDA15013800,XDA15051200)the China’s Manned Space Station Project(TGJZ800-2-RW024)and the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51327901)。
文摘Activities of space materials science research in China have been continuously supported by two main national programs.One is the China Space Station(CSS)program since 1992,and the other is the Strategic Priority Program(SPP)on Space Science since 2011.In CSS plan in 2019,eleven space materials science experimental projects were officially approved for execution during the construction of the space station.In the SPP Phase Ⅱ launched in 2018,seven pre-research projects are deployed as the first batch in 2018,and one concept study project in 2019.These pre-research projects will be cultivated as candidates for future selection as space experiment projects on the recovery of scientific experimental satellites in the future.A new apparatus of electrostatic levitation system for ground-based research of space materials science and rapid solidification research has been developed under the support of the National Natural Science Foundation of China.In order to promote domestic academic activities and to enhance the advancement of space materials science in China,the Space Materials Science and Technology Division belong to the Chinese Materials Research Society was established in 2019.We also organized scientists to write five review papers on space materials science as a special topic published in the journal Scientia Sinica to provide valuable scientific and technical references for Chinese researchers.
基金supported by National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2023YFB4603500).
文摘Impact-resistant structures designed to withstand forces and maintain integrity under loads require high compressive strength,energy absorption capacity,tensile strength,and stiffness.These structures typically feature complex geometries that are difficult to produce using traditional manufacturing methods.Additive manufacturing(AM)technology has revolutionized the fabrication of such structures by offering superior capabilities in complexity,customization,and material efficiency.High-performance polymers(HPPs)including polyamide(PA),polyetherimide(PEI),polyphenylene sulfide(PPS),polyaryletherketones(PAEKs),and polyimide(PI)and their composites have gained prominence for impact-resistant applications due to their exceptional mechanical properties and AM compatibility.This review examines recent advances in the AM of HPPs for achieving impact resistance.It focuses on three key areas:the relationship between process parameters and mechanical/energyabsorbing performance,the properties of HPPs and their composites,and the impact-resistant characteristics of novel structural architectures.Additionally,the study addresses the current challenges and future perspectives in developing 3D-printed impact-resistant structures.By synthesizing this information,the review establishes a foundation for future research in innovative AM designs and new material feedstocks for impact-resistant applications.
基金the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.2021160)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.51802319)the Technology and Engineering Center for Space(No.CSU-QZKT-2019-04).
文摘Water-soluble salt-based ceramic cores can be recycled and have excellent high-temperature chemical stability.In this work,vat photopolymerization was successfully applied to water-soluble salt-based ceramic cores for the first time.The powder raw materials of the printing suspension were sodium chloride and alumina.High-precision green bodies were manufactured by optimizing suspensions and parameters.In addition,the postprocessing method was optimized according to the microstructure and mechanical properties.The sintered part had a high bending strength and smooth surface.Finally,the dissolution rate and moisture resistance were compared under different dissolution and storage conditions.Compared to traditional manufacturing methods,vat photopolymerization enables the production of complex structures without molds and reduces production costs.This technology is suitable for the rapid iteration of complex structural parts and can be applied to precision parts in aerospace,military,and other technical fields with high cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.41931077)the Strategic Priority Program of CAS(No.XDB41020300)+2 种基金the Guizhou Provincial Science and Technology Projects(No.GZ2019SIG)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(L2224032)the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XK2022DXC004).
文摘Lunar dust, the finest fraction of lunar regolith, has undergone important space weathering on the Moon. It not only serves as a record of the evolution of the lunar surface environment and the modification of mineral properties, but also influences the lunar surface environment through dust transport. Our current understanding of the properties and transport mechanisms of lunar dust on the lunar surface, however, remains limited. With rapid development of lunar exploration, it is necessary to further study the problem and meet the need of future lunar exploration missions. The lunar surface is the primary environmental space where uncrewed lunar rover activity, crewed lunar exploration, and lunar base construction take place. The lunar dust will distribute in such a space area due to electrostatic lifting and impacted sputtering, which will pose a threat to lunar surface exploration activities. In addition, lunar dust transport is closely related to lunar horizon glow, lunar swirl, and lunar magnetic anomaly. Understanding the properties and transport mechanisms of lunar dust is key to comprehending the formation of these scientific phenomena. Therefore, a systematic and in-depth investigation of lunar dust properties and dust transport patterns is urgently required to advance lunar science and implement lunar exploration projects. In this study, we summarize the physical and chemical properties of lunar dust and our understanding of dust transport on the lunar surface, identify remaining challenges and issues in the study of lunar dust, and offer perspectives on this research field.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52102113,52231007)the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.2021160)the Creative Research Foundation of TSCM。
文摘Porous carbon-based microwave absorbers demonstrate significant potential due to their lightweight characteristics and tunable dielectric properties,despite persistent challenges including narrow bandwidth,structural fragility,and thermal instability.In this study,an innovative PyC@SiC_(nws)@SiBCN ceramic foam was fabricated via a two-step impregnation process,followed by polymer-derived ceramic conversion through pressureless pyrolysis.The effects of SiC nws content and pyrolysis temperature on microstructure,dielectric behavior,and microwave absorption were comprehensively investigated.Results demonstrate that heat treatment modulates the composition and multi-dimensional heterogeneous interfaces,and the optimal absorber exhibits exceptional performance with a minimum reflection loss of-58.4 dB at 11.0 GHz and ultra-wide EAB of 4.2 GHz(covering the entire X-band)at merely 4.5 mm thickness.The three-layered coating structure composed of PyC,SiC_(nws),and SiBCN enables effective regulation of impedance matching through dielectric gradient distribution and induces multiple interfacial polarization losses synchronously,providing new insights into the structural engineering of ceramic foams for microwave absorbers.
