Physics
Scientific paper
Apr 1992
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1992jaere...5..199b&link_type=abstract
Journal of Aerospace Engineering (ISSN 0893-1321), vol. 5, no. 2, p. 199-213.
Physics
Lunar Bases, Lunar Environment, Lunar Geology, Lunar Soil, Site Selection, Structural Design, Lunar Resources, Lunar Surface, Seismology, Shear Strength, Space Habitats
Scientific paper
Some of the important types of information on the geotechnical characterization of potential lunar sites are outlined, and some of the more promising strategies which might be used to obtain such information in the lunar environment are identified. Some of the most important geotechnical information for planning and site development pertains to construction in the lunar soil. Several techniques for geotechnical investigation that may provide very useful information in an expedient manner are described. Geophysical methods include seismic and electromagnetic methods, including seismic surveys that use surface waves. Electromagnetic methods such as ground-penetrating radar are fast, efficient methods for mapping the subsurface, although these techniques do not measure soil characteristics that can readily be correlated with engineering properties. In situ physical testing is to include penetration testing for direct physical measurement of lunar soil behavior.
Brown Dan A.
Rix Glenn
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