There are many challenges in the pursuit of establishing a long-term human presence on the moon. But one of the biggest challenges is actually one of the smallest: dust.
NASA Just Invented a Paint That Blocks Moon Dust From Sticking to Everything
Moon dust is a major problem for astronauts, but a simple coating could ward off damage.
Nov 22, 2019 8:45 PMNov 25, 2019 9:58 PM
Gene Cernan returned from a moon walk during Apollo 17 covered in lunar dust. Without the elements to wear on it, moon dust holds onto sharp edges and can cause a wide range of problems for astronauts and their equipment. (Credit: NASA)
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