Modular Aluminum Foundation Systems for Lunar Fission Surface Power: Integrating Regolith Engineering and Structural Load Distribution

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: Jefferson M. Okushigue
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18396536
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Abstract

This paper presents an integrated engineering solution for lunar fission surface power (FSP) foundations, combining regolith mechanical treatment (LRED-1 mission protocol) with modular aluminum block systems. We introduce the lunar overconsolidation ratio (OCR*) as a governing parameter for settlement prediction and demonstrate that pre-treated regolith (OCR* = 1.65) combined with a graduated aluminum foundation achieves differential settlement

Fields of Study & Subjects

Soil Mechanics and Vehicle Dynamics Planetary Science and Exploration Geotechnical Engineering and Soil Mechanics

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
28 January 2026
Document type
Preprint