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🚀🌕 𝗠𝗢𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗥 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘅 𝟯𝗗 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗻 🌕🚀 The European Space Agency - ESA is exploring innovative methods to build #SPACEBRICKS inspired by the LEGO Group for future lunar bases. Combining the power of: 🌟 #ModularConstruction 🏗️: Ensuring easily construct- and scalable buildings. 🌟 #3DConstructionPrinting 🖨️: Avoiding / Reducing transportation needs by enabling on-site production. 🌟 #Sustainability & #Resilience ♻️: Using locally sourced materials such as space dust for long-term habitation. #TechInConstruction #SmartConstruction #3DPrinting #ModularConstruction #3DConstruction #LEGO #ESA #3DDrucker #ModularesBauen #3DPrintingSolutions #3DPrinting #Legobricks #ESAArtemis #LunarBase

🌑 The Space Bricks Have Landed! 🌑 Inspired by LEGO, European Space Agency - ESA scientists have used dust from a meteorite to 3D-print 'space bricks' to test these ideas. These space bricks are on display in selected #LEGO stores from 20 June to 20 September, aiming to inspire the next generation of space engineers. Full story 👉 https://lnkd.in/evw-YKEw The concept is simple yet revolutionary: instead of transporting building materials to the Moon, we could use lunar regolith to construct a base. ESA scientists tackled the challenge of limited lunar regolith on Earth by grinding up a 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite to create their own version. This dust was then used to 3D-print LEGO-style space bricks. The beauty of these space bricks lies in their flexibility and modularity, similar to regular LEGO bricks but in a stylish space grey. This allows scientists to build and test various structures, fostering creativity and innovation. As ESA Science Officer Aidan Cowley stated, "It was both fun and useful in scientifically understanding the boundaries of these techniques." This initiative not only advances scientific research but also aims to inspire young minds. Emmet Fletcher, Head of ESA's Branding and Partnerships Office, emphasized, "ESA's space bricks are a great way to show young people how play and the power of imagination play a crucial role in space science." As industrial applications of additive manufacturing continue to rise, it's fascinating to see such creative, out-of-the-box uses. If ESA is interested, we can explore how the International Additive Manufacturing Qualification System (IAMQS) can support training the future space workforce in utilizing these technologies. And who knows, we might even need to rename it from International AMQS to Intergalactic AMQS! 😁 #AdditiveManufacturing #SpaceInnovation #3DPrinting #MoonBase #LEGO #IAMQS #FutureWorkforce #SpaceExploration

Imagine the incredible possibilities of humanity's future in space! This stunning AI-generated artwork shows an astronaut installing a holographic screen on Mars. The future is closer than we think. 🚀🌌 #AIart #SpaceExploration #MarsColonization Prompt: An astronaut installs a holographic screen on the surface of Mars, envisioning humanity's reach into space. Conceptual photography flowing forms CGI rendering contrasting colors gradient shading layered elements textured surfaces depth of field effects glossy finish, imaginative frontiers, interplanetary travel, versatile design, backgrounds, astronaut, Mars, hologram. --ar 16:9 --style raw More AI Art and Prompts at https://pixexid.com

Almost all great human endeavors started with a #dream. The dream helps us better understand our identity and also fuels our will to achieve the purpose. Now that the United States Space Force has a refined mission statement, we can start to articulate the Guardian’s identity, purpose, and dream. How might we ignite the conversations required to shape these concepts?

The #SpaceEconomy is vast, requiring jobs across literally EVERY sector. What does the future look like? Are we all astronauts? Here’s an interesting insight from MilkyWayEconomy that might surprise you: top 3 careers in 2024. #GraphicDesign. Why is that? Think back to the beginning of the space age. What made #space travel a reality? National will? Technical break through? Yes, of course. But what really made it possible? It was the #Artists who crafted fantasy into reality, turning formulas and ideas into visual masterpieces. It was those images that influenced nations, leading to real rockets and satellites, and people launching into orbit. You see, it is the graphic designer / artist that paves the way to the stars through art. And when those dreams becomes reality, we then commemorate and document the accomplishments. Design. Create. Make history. #GoForDesign #GoForLaunch ASTRA Design Werx | L-36 ASTRA Samson Williams Chang Suh George Pullen

I just finished this Photoshop edit of an astronaut standing in front of a cloudy sky. I love the way the clouds are reflected in the water, and I think the astronaut looks really cool in their space suit. What do you think? #photoshop #photoedit #astronauts #space #clouds #reflection #art #design #digitalart

I think I just blew this girl's mind. It's take your kiddo to work day and we're getting a little presentation on all the satellites my division has built. One girl... 14? 15? Was asking a ton of great questions... enough so that the presenter was like, "you should work here someday!" She replies: "I want to be an artist" ...at which point I chimed in and said, "You can do art and work in this industry! All these posters and visual information we use to communicate? That you're looking at right now? They were all created by artists." The look on her face was priceless as a world of opportunity just opened up... I've said it before and I'll say it again... whatever you're passionate about can be applied to space exploration and the aerospace industry. We need all kinds of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, interests, and abilities. #aerospace #careerguidance #spaceindustry #spaceexploration #spaceart #artcareer

🚀 Excited to share insights from a fascinating project I came across: https://shorturl.at/mk56J 👈 A team from the University of Michigan's CLAWS program tackling NASA's SUITS challenge. Their mission? Designing cutting-edge XR interfaces for lunar exploration. Key highlights: - Innovating with hands-free, non-intrusive UIs tailored for space suits. - Conducting in-depth user interviews with astronauts and NASA experts, shaping designs that meet real-world challenges. - Balancing technological prowess with human-centred principles, ensuring interfaces are intuitive and effective in extreme environments. This project exemplifies the essence of UX design: blending creativity with meticulous research to enhance user experience, even beyond Earth's atmosphere. #uxdesign #product design #uxread #uxarticle

It’s now been about 2 weeks since the great North American #eclipse. Many of you may not have been able to travel to the event to experience it live. For the #blind and #visuallyimpaired, travel alone represents a significant obstacle. At the event, co-sponsored by NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Purdue University, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Lily, and other great sponsors, we hosted over 50,000 of the general public including hundreds of visually impaired attendees. For those lucky people who got to experience the eclipse live, the event will last in their memories forever. For those who couldn’t come, we can do the next best thing: present all of the data, images, audio, and environment as best we can using the Cadence tactile tablet from Tactile Engineering. We also have a full descriptive video stream on our YouTube channel, and a terrific radio broadcast archived on the BLIND AND BEYOND RADIO SHOW INC thanks to our good friends in Florida. If you are one of the over 250 visually impaired users of the Cadence tablet in #indiana, or one of our hundreds of users in 7 states and 3 countries, you too can experience the eclipse from the comfort of your own home or office. We can offer #tactile, #braille, and raised print versions of the data feeds from two high-altitude balloon launch experiments, dozens of telescopes and cameras, and more. Most importantly, you can experience the majesty and beauty of the eclipse - the artful side - using the Cadence as your interpreter! The time-lapse pictures below, all captured in real time by our founder Alex, are shown as they would appear to a tactile user on the Cadence. Very little training is needed and we had users ranging from 2 years to 78 years old try it out at the event. Touch the sky - and have the world at your fingertips! Contact us to find out how to bring the Cadence to your state. #stem #diversity #equity #inclusion