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Scientists left 'Moon cement' outside the ISS for six months; it came back up to 35% stronger

Source: Times of India
Category: Science
Region: General
Published: July 24, 2026 at 08:16

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A pioneering development in space materials, the recently created 'Moon cement' derived from lunar and Martian simulants has shown exceptional durability, surviving for half a year outside the International Space Station unscathed. Remarkably, one formulation achieved a 35% boost in compressive strength over Earth-based counterparts, illuminating promising avenues for constructing habitats on the Moon utilizing local soil resources.

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