Category: Space Mining Processes
About the processes that are part of extracting and manufacturing raw materials from asteroids and other space bodies
Unlocking the Future of Space Mining: New Method Efficiently Extracts Metals from Asteroids
Scientists led by Rodolfo Rivera at the University of Leicester have developed a new method for extracting metals from asteroids, a process that could drastically change the future of space mining and exploration. The study was recently published in Scientific Reports and focuses on the use of [more…]
NASA’s Bennu sample collection exceeds target, recovery thwarted by stuck screws
At the Johnson Space Center, the team processing NASA’s asteroid Bennu sample has successfully collected 2.48 ounces (70.3 grams) of rocks and dust, surpassing the agency’s goal of 60 grams. The collected sample includes material found on the outside and inside of the sampler head, accessed through [more…]