Oskar Fryckowski

Wrocław University of Science and Technology

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Oskar Fryckowski is a leading researcher in planetary surface engineering, with a primary focus on the development of infrastructure for sustained lunar operations. His work addresses one of the most critical challenges for future Moon missions: the hazardous effects of rocket exhaust on unprepared regolith. Fryckowski’s landmark 2024 study, “Site Preparation for a Lunar Launch and Landing Pad,” demonstrated that landing on raw lunar surfaces can excavate tons of regolith, ejecting high-velocity particles that travel kilometers from the landing site and even inject debris into lunar orbit. This research, which has already garnered 5 citations, provides the foundational evidence for why dedicated lunar launch and landing pads (LLPs) are essential to protect both surface assets and orbital infrastructure from ballistic damage. By quantifying the risks of debris dispersal, Fryckowski has directly influenced the design requirements for future Artemis and commercial lander missions. His work bridges the gap between theoretical regolith mechanics and practical engineering solutions, positioning him as a key voice in the race to build a permanent, safe human presence on the Moon.