NGI Develops Lunar Cone Penetration Test Chamber for ESA
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NGI Develops Lunar Cone Penetration Test Chamber for ESA

07/07/2025 NGI Norwegian Geotechnical Institute
Dive into the fascinating world of lunar geotechnical engineering with this 8-minute video from the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute (NGI). Our team has designed a state-of-the-art cone penetration calibration chamber capable of replicating lunar environmental conditions.

In this video, you'll learn about
  • The challenges of understanding soil mechanics on the Moon.
  • How this technology will help in characterizing lunar regolith and calibrating future tools.
  • The importance of this research for future lunar missions and in-situ resource utilization (ISRU).

This project is sponsored by the European Space Agency (ESA) and represents a step forward in preparing for humanity's return to the Moon and eventual infrastructure creation.

Watch the video on YouTube: NGI Develops Lunar Cone Penetration Test Chamber for ESA - YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nD06rgoL9k
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07/07/2025 NGI Norwegian Geotechnical Institute
Regions: Europe, Norway, Extraterrestrial, Moon
Keywords: Applied science, Engineering, Technology

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