Journal article
Mineral Processing and Metal Extraction on the Lunar Surface - Challenges and Opportunities
Abstract
The lunar surface is extremely harsh and current mineral processing and metal extraction technologies are not adequately equipped to address this environment. In this paper, we review the metals available for extraction and conditions at the lunar surface, and analyze the challenges associated with comminution, beneficiation, and metal extraction operations. The potential beneficial effects of the natural lunar conditions are also evaluated. …
Authors
Shaw M; Humbert M; Brooks G; Rhamdhani A; Duffy A; Pownceby M
Journal
Mineral Processing and Extractive Metallurgy Review, Vol. 43, No. 7, pp. 865–891
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
October 3, 2022
DOI
10.1080/08827508.2021.1969390
ISSN
0882-7508