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Lunar Bases -Construction on The Moon-

Plan of Lunar Bases

In advanced space programs, lunar bases will be recognized as one of the important components of space
infrastructure. Lunar bases will be constructed using applied terrestrial technologies. Shimizu Corporation has
been accumulating technological skills over 200 years and is now facing the challenge of applying them to the
new frontier of the moon, while continuing R&D on structures, materials, construction systems, and design of
lunar bases.

Concrete Lunar Base

Lunar bases in the future may be constructed using concrete from

lunar resources. The shape of concrete module is hexagonal
column to realize multi-directional extension of base.
For long-term manned mission, interior of base should be
designed considering 1/6G gravity environment.

Construction Materials
The interior of the base
Shimizu has continued R&D on concrete production and its
utilization to construct lunar structures, focusing especially on
its flexibility in processing and its excellent performance in
radiation shielding.

Construction Systems

Unmanned construction systems will be a critical matter in the

severe lunar environment. The concept of self-assembling
structures using membranes and air-inflation systems could
realize light-weight structures and reduce transportation costs.
Shimizu's construction robot technologies will be applied to
construction work on the moon, thereby minimizing the hazards
of manned activities.
Surface excavation robot on the moon
In the advanced phase of lunar bases, larger construction

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machines/robots will be needed to perform civil engineering

work. Based on studies on the required function and
performance of these machines, the optimum construction plan
will be developed.

Design of Base

The design of lunar bases has to meet future requirements,

including expandability and operability. Shimizu has performed
several joint studies on a reference design lunar base with
McDonnell Douglas Aerospace for years.

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