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Potential uses include construction material, oxygen production, and water extraction. Current research focuses on in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) technologies.

Possible uses are life support resource, fuel production via electrolysis, and as a shield against radiation. Research continues on locating and extracting water ice deposits on Mars.

Asteroids could provide metals such as iron, nickel, and platinum. Investigations are being made into the economic viability and technical requirements of asteroid mining.

Enables on-site manufacturing of tools, habitat structures, and components. Research is aimed at developing printers and materials suitable for diverse space environments.

Helium-3 is considered for use in future nuclear fusion reactors. Studies are focused on the practicality of mining Helium-3 on the Moon.

This proposes collecting solar energy in space and beaming it to Earth. Research addresses the challenges of energy transmission and infrastructure in orbit.

Involves using microorganisms to extract resources from planetary bodies. Research explores which organisms can survive and be productive in space and how to manage these processes.