A GIANT CAVE COULD BE OUR HOME ON THE MOON
It’s a little ironic when you think about it. We started living in caves. Perhaps our future is to live in caves.
Japanese scientists say they may have found an ideal location for a future lunar base, something that might particularly interest the US, which has recently refocused on the Moon.
“Since the insides of lava tubes are shielded from meteorite bombardment, cosmic radiation, or particle implantation, they are expected to be in pristine condition, an environment with preserved lava composition, textures and even volatiles.”
Japan says lunar chasm measuring 50km (31 miles) long and 100 metres wide could be used as a base for astronauts and their equipment.
The chasm, 50km (31 miles) long and 100 metres wide, appears to be structurally sound and its rocks may contain ice or water deposits that could be turned into fuel, according to data sent back by the orbiter, nicknamed Kaguya after the moon princess in a Japanese fairytale.
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