{"id":"src_9g1ipxjt4m2z","title":"Analysis of Lunar Regolith Volatiles for In-Situ Resource Utilization","authorName":"Dr. Evelyn Carter & Associates, Lunar Prospecting Journal","abstract":"This research presents a comprehensive chemical and thermodynamic analysis of volatile compounds embedded within lunar regolith, focusing on their viability for In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU). With a specific emphasis on the spatial distribution and concentration of water ice, hydrogen, and carbon oxides across the Moon's permanently shadowed polar regions, this study evaluates extraction efficiencies using advanced thermal desorption methodologies. Experimental and simulated data models demonstrate how optimized heating cycles can maximize yield while minimizing energy expenditure. The final framework provides actionable insights to optimize life support and propellant production capabilities for long-duration lunar habitats, ultimately mitigating the immense logistical costs and risks associated with Earth-reliant replenishment missions.","tags":["lunar regolith","isru","volatiles","space exploration","moon mining","thermal desorption","space resources","lunar polar regions"],"priceUSDC":"0.005"}