JANUARY 13, 2025 — As space missions beyond Earth become more ambitious, NASA needs to develop new ways to keep habitats operational when they are not occupied by astronauts.
UTSA Civil and Mechanical Engineering Professor Arturo Montoya and his students are laying the foundation for a future in space as part of a NASA-funded project that began in 2019. The Resilient Extraterrestrial Habitat Institute (RETHi) focuses on developing lunar habitats that can handle the harsh conditions of space while providing shelter for astronauts living and working on the moon.
“The simulations being conducted at UTSA are truly unique, representing a pioneering effort in this field. We are advancing both knowledge and science,” Montoya said.
“It has been a privilege to witness UTSA’s rise to an R1 research institution and to contribute to groundbreaking events that will shape the future.”
