"Creating an Artificial Carbon Cycle: Replicating Earth's Processes in Space"
Establishing an artificial carbon cycle on extraterrestrial sites, such as the Moon and Mars, could provide a sustainable solution for space missions by mimicking Earth's natural carbon cycle. Artificial photosynthesis through photocatalytic CO2 conversion shows promise in achieving this, but efficiency improvements are needed. By utilizing abundant sunlight irradiation and CO2 and water reserves on these sites, the artificial carbon cycle could provide propellants and life support for space missions. However, further research and development are required to enhance the efficiency and selectivity of photocatalytic CO2 conversion for practical applications both on Earth and beyond.