This Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Integrative Activities (CFDA 47.083) program provides $243,974 to New Mexico State University to develop advanced techniques for constructing resilient lunar habitats using 3D printing technologies. The primary objectives are to (1) quantify the uncertainties in additively constructed lunar structures operating under microgravity and extreme lunar conditions, and (2) enhance the predictability and reliability of these structures. The project will undertake a comprehensive investigation into uncertainties affecting the system, including materials, environmental loads, and construction processes. It will employ advanced statistical methods and AI techniques to model these uncertainties and analyze the fragility of proposed lunar structures. This research aims to push the boundaries of knowledge in space habitat construction and has the potential to benefit society by fostering innovations applicable to building disaster-resistant structures on Earth.
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