Mikita Klimenka
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Dr. Mikita Klimenka is a pioneering aerospace engineer and planetary construction researcher whose work focuses on in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) for sustainable lunar infrastructure. His key research areas include regolith-based construction, radiation shielding, and additive manufacturing for extraterrestrial habitats. Klimenka’s most notable contribution, the "Moon BRICCSS" framework (Moon Blocks Using Regolith ISRU for Corbelled Construction of Sustainable Shielding), introduces a novel method for building protective structures on the Moon using locally sourced materials. This approach leverages corbelled arch construction—a technique dating back to ancient human architecture—to create robust radiation shielding without the need for Earth-supplied binders or complex machinery. The paper, published in 2025, has already garnered 2 citations, signaling early impact in the emerging field of lunar construction. Klimenka’s work directly supports the Artemis Accords’ vision for sustainable human presence on the Moon, addressing the critical challenge of protecting astronauts from cosmic radiation and micrometeoroids. By combining ancient engineering principles with modern ISRU techniques, he offers a cost-effective, scalable solution for long-term lunar habitation. His research is essential reading for students and engineers interested in the practical challenges of building beyond Earth.
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