Dr. Jeffrey Moore presents the Kenneth Russell Lecture
11:30 AM 鈥� 12:30 PM
Space Manufacturing: Materials Chemistry for Fabrication of High-Performance Composites
Manufacturing in space presents unique challenges and opportunities, requiring materials that are not only high-performing but also safe, efficient, and sustainable. This lecture explores the chemistry of reactive polymer processing in both terrestrial and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) environments, focusing on our development of next-generation resins tailored for space-based fabrication.
Our approach targets monomers sourced from abundant petrochemical waste streams, formulated into resins that are liquid at room temperature, non-toxic, and safe for handling, with high flash points and extended shelf stability. These resins are engineered for frontal ring-opening metathesis polymerization (FROMP), enabling rapid, energy-efficient curing without ovens 鈥� an essential advantage for space manufacturing. The resulting composites offer high stiffness and strength, superior oxidative resistance, and elevated glass transition temperatures (Tg), making them competitive with the best polymers available today. Furthermore, they are designed for deconstruction and reuse, aligning with circular materials principles crucial for sustainable in-space fabrication.
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