"Scientists create super-strong 'cosmic concrete' for space habitats"
TL;DR
Scientists from Manchester have developed a new material called StarCrete, made from simulated Martian soil, potato starch, and a pinch of salt, which is twice as strong as ordinary concrete and could be used to build homes on Mars. StarCrete offers a simple and cost-effective solution for building infrastructure in space. The material can also be made in an ordinary oven or microwave at normal 'home baking' temperatures, making it a greener alternative to traditional concrete on Earth.
Topics:sciencescience-and-technology#martian-soil#potato-starch#science-and-technology#space-construction#starcrete#sustainable-building-material
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