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E07: Role of private companies in Lunar Exploration
2024/5/07 | 32 mins.
In this episode, we're joined by Mikołaj Podgórski, representing Scanway Space, a company specialising in advanced optical instruments for space, Earth Observation technologies, camera systems, and optoelectronics. We talk about laser-based quality control systems for Earth and space, along with lessons learned and technology transfer. We also discuss the essential role that private companies play in the future of lunar and space exploration.
E06: Establishing a Moon Base
2024/3/05 | 47 mins.
In this episode, we explore how humans might live and work on the Moon.
With our guests, Dr. Jill Stuart, an expert in the politics, ethics, and law of outer space exploration and exploitation from the London School of Economics and Political Science, and Dr. Barbara Imhof, co-founder, Managing Partner, and co-owner of LIQUIFER, we explore the challenges of space architecture, delve into legal considerations, and discuss ethical dilemmas in human space exploration.
E05: Water Purification
2024/3/05 | 46 mins.
In this episode we delve into the crucial role of water in lunar and space exploration, discussing water processing and purification strategies. Our guests, Giorgio Boscheri, a Space Engineer from Thales Alenia Space Italia, and Anna Jurga and Karol Leluk, researchers from the Faculty of Environmental Engineering at Wrocław University of Science and Technology, bring diverse perspectives to the discussion. We explore the significance of environmental engineering in space system design, emphasizing water's importance and the challenges of purifying lunar-extracted water. Topics include lunar water purification methods, tailored technologies for spacecraft environments, and the potential for in-situ agriculture on the Moon.
E04: Water Extraction
2023/12/27 | 34 mins.
In this episode our focus will delve deeper into the technical aspects of the LUWEX project. Together with Luca Kiewiet, a researcher from German Aerospace Center (DLR) in Bremen and Christopher Kreuzig, a researcher at the Technische Universität Braunschweig in the Institute of Geophysics and Extraterrestrial Physics, we'll be exploring the process of extracting water from regolith.
E03: In-Situ Resource Utilization
2023/11/07 | 30 mins.
Dr. Angel Abbud-Madrid, the Director of the Center for Space Resources at the Colorado School of Mines, as our guest, who is sharing insights on In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) in the realm of space exploration.

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In our podcast miniseries “Water Beyond Earth” we explore the captivating world of lunar water extraction and purification. Join us on an enthralling voyage into space exploration, as we focus on LUWEX, the groundbreaking endeavor for Lunar Water Extraction and Purification Technologies. Throughout this podcast miniseries, we will explore the significance of water in space exploration and showcase cutting-edge technologies that enable this possibility. Together, we will immerse ourselves in the visionary goals of LUWEX and experience the fascinating process of harnessing water from the lunar regolith. Guest experts and scientists leading the way will guide us through innovative engineering marvels and the concept of in-situ resource utilization. "Water Beyond Earth" invites you to witness a world where cosmic dreams become reality, exploring the boundless potential that lies beyond Earth's boundaries. Get ready to embark on this extraordinary expedition with us! The podcast miniseries “Water Beyond Earth” is hosted by LUWEX, a research consortium that has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2022 Research Innovation Programme under Grant Agreement no 10108193

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