Madison Feehan
CEO
Space Copy
This startup develops a multi-purpose device for in-situ resource utilization on the Moon and Mars. The device integrates lunar regolith sampling, spectral data analysis, and 3D printing to enable the creation of supplies for human habitation using local extraterrestrial materials.
- Aerospace
- Hardware
- New Materials
- Robotics
Updated 6 months ago
Funding
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Founders
Product
Problem
Establishing sustainable human presence on the Moon and Mars requires leveraging local resources to minimize reliance on Earth-based supply chains. Transporting materials from Earth is expensive and limits the scale of potential extraterrestrial settlements.
Solution
This startup is developing a multi-functional device designed for in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) on the Moon and Mars. The device integrates three core capabilities: regolith acquisition, material analysis, and additive manufacturing. First, the system collects and processes lunar or Martian regolith. Next, onboard spectral analysis tools characterize the composition of the regolith. Finally, the device uses this information to 3D print tools, habitats, and other essential supplies, directly utilizing extraterrestrial materials.
Target Audience
The primary customers are space agencies, private space exploration companies, and research institutions focused on lunar and Martian colonization.
Features
- Automated regolith sampling and processing system for extracting usable materials
- Integrated spectral analysis module for real-time compositional assessment of regolith
- 3D printing unit optimized for use with lunar and Martian regolith-derived feedstock
- Closed-loop control system that adjusts printing parameters based on material composition
- Remote operation capabilities for deployment in hazardous extraterrestrial environments