The next step for the exploration of space seems to require the human participation by
means of a long-lasting lunar outpost. Therefore, this paper attempts to review the up-to-date …

The ongoing pursuit of space and hypersonic flight continues to expose critical gaps in the
understanding of material behavior under hypervelocity impact (HVI) and hypersonic flow …

The focus of this manuscript is Machine learning applied to the Structural Health Monitoring.
Two different algorithms have been used to detect impacts on an aluminium plate, one …

High thermally conductive materials with good electrical insulating and mechanical
properties are indispensable for electronics. Aiming for all-polymer composites with light …

Sandwich structures are fast becoming prevalent in engineering fields due to their maximal
stiffness coupled with minimal mass. However, additional to the commonly examined impact …

A highly sought-after objective of Space Agencies is the development of additive
manufacturing (AM) technologies and of multifunctional materials, key elements to future …

The goal of this study is to show the feasibility of designing a space habitat that advances
the ability of humans to live in space for long periods. We first review the previous work on …

In the new space era, cosmic radiation shielding is important for satellites equipped with
highly integrated electronic equipment and astronauts participating in long-term space …

There is growing momentum, as articulated through the visions of space agencies, to
establish permanent settlements on planetary bodies such as the moon and Mars. One key …

When developing layered or architected protective structures to mitigate hypervelocity
impacts (HVIs), understanding and characterizing the ultra-high rate response and energy …