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Uni students invent 'radiation-proof' cloth for Moon tents

Started by Rick, May 12, 2009, 21:57:21

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In news which could be a boon for the fledging inflatable Moon habitat tent podule industry, a group of textiles students from North Carolina say they have invented a radiation-proof, solar power generating fabric ideal for lunar camping.

More: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2009/05/12/radiation_proof_textile_for_moon_mars_bases/