Kenneth W. Street
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Kenneth W. Street is a leading figure in lunar materials science, whose work directly addresses the critical challenges of dust abrasion for long-duration space exploration. His research focuses on the mechanical and operational degradation of construction materials and spacesuit components in extraterrestrial environments. Street’s most influential contribution is his foundational work in developing standardized abrasion test protocols for lunar construction materials, a direct response to the severe operational issues documented during the Apollo missions—including scratched visors, compromised joint mobility, and pressure retention failures caused by abrasive lunar dust. His 2009 paper, which has garnered 14 citations, established the benchmark for evaluating material durability under simulated lunar conditions, providing a systematic framework that guides current NASA and commercial space agency testing. By translating Apollo-era operational failures into quantifiable, repeatable laboratory standards, Street has enabled the design of more resilient habitats, tools, and spacesuits for future Artemis missions. His work remains essential reading for engineers and researchers tackling the persistent threat of regolith abrasion in planetary construction.
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