If astronauts are to properly prepare for the exploration of the Moon and Mars, they need to practice using materials that simulate the surface (regolith) they will land on. Now, for the first time, lunar and Martian soil simulates are available to NASA and the public. The company ORBITEC has been working since 2005 on the development and improvement of compounds that simulate Martian and lunar soil. A recent delivery of 45.000 pounds of lunar regolith stimulant and Martian soil stimulant was provided to engineers and scientists working on the development of mining equipment, robots, space suits and plant growth for use in outer space. The development of this soil stimulant will help scientists to better engineer the tools and machinery that is used in space. ORBITEC also developed the Astro and Space Gardens we see in so many home kitchens these days.
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