Fen Dang

Huazhong University of Science and Technology

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Fen Dang is a pioneering researcher at the forefront of extraterrestrial construction and additive manufacturing for space exploration. Their work focuses on developing sustainable in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) technologies, particularly for lunar and Martian environments. Dang's most impactful contribution is the comprehensive review "Additive Manufacturing of Lunar Regolith: A Review" (2025), which has already garnered 6 citations—a strong early indicator of its influence in this rapidly evolving field. This seminal paper systematically evaluates two dominant additive manufacturing paradigms for processing lunar regolith: low-temperature deposition forming and material extrusion methods. By critically analyzing the technical challenges, material properties, and scalability of these approaches, Dang provides a crucial roadmap for future lunar base construction. Their research bridges the gap between terrestrial additive manufacturing expertise and the unique constraints of space environments, addressing critical issues such as microgravity effects, vacuum conditions, and the thermal cycling of lunar regolith. Dang's work is essential reading for researchers and engineers developing autonomous construction systems for NASA's Artemis program and other international lunar exploration initiatives, positioning them as a key voice in humanity's return to the Moon.