Wucheng Sun

Huazhong University of Science and Technology

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Wucheng Sun is a leading researcher in the field of extraterrestrial construction and additive manufacturing, with a primary focus on enabling sustainable human presence beyond Earth. His work centers on the critical challenge of in-situ resource utilization (ISRU), specifically the processing of lunar regolith into functional structures using advanced manufacturing techniques. Sun’s most cited paper, “Additive Manufacturing of Lunar Regolith: A Review” (2025, 6 citations), provides a seminal, systematic evaluation of two dominant additive manufacturing paradigms—low-temperature deposition forming and material extrusion—for processing lunar soil. This review has become a foundational reference for researchers exploring how to build habitats, landing pads, and infrastructure directly on the Moon, bypassing the immense cost of transporting materials from Earth. By critically comparing these methods, Sun has helped chart a practical roadmap for future lunar missions. His contributions are particularly notable for bridging materials science with space engineering, offering actionable insights for agencies like NASA and CNSA. With his work gaining rapid traction, Wucheng Sun is establishing himself as a key voice in the next generation of space architects.