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Thermal Testing And Simulation Of Lunar And Martian Isru-Based Materials, Andres Campbell
Thermal Testing And Simulation Of Lunar And Martian Isru-Based Materials, Andres Campbell
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Upon the eventual return of humans to the lunar surface, leveraging local resources to construct landing pads and other infrastructure is an essential component to minimize cost and risk. The inability to accurately model landing and launch scenarios to predict damage to lunar structures poses risks to astronaut and equipment safety. The following experiment is an investigation of using simulation software and temperature sensors to model lunar and Martian regolith simulant-based concrete exposed to thermal loads. The basis of this experiment is built upon standards defined by the American Society for Testing and Materials, the fundamental axioms of structural health …
Introducing Fly Ash Into Lsi's Recipe, Andrew Mathias Beckrich
Introducing Fly Ash Into Lsi's Recipe, Andrew Mathias Beckrich
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There has been published data that states that concrete producers can use Fly Ash as an alternative to Portland cement and still generate similar or better strength properties. By applying these principles to our industry and products, what new processes will need to be put in place and followed? What is the correct combination/portion of Fly Ash that will produce similar and better results as well as the adjusted new recipes? What type of cost is associated with the introduction of this new ingredient? Lastly, how does this affect the quality and reputation of the product?