Avaruusresurssien
Avaruusresurssien, or space resources, refers to the materials and elements found beyond Earth's atmosphere that have the potential for future extraction and utilization. These resources include minerals, water ice, and atmospheric gases present on celestial bodies such as asteroids, the Moon, and other planets. The concept of space resource utilization is gaining traction due to the increasing interest in space exploration, commercialization, and the establishment of sustainable off-world human presence.
Asteroids are particularly rich in valuable materials, including platinum-group metals, iron, nickel, and water. Lunar regolith,
The extraction and processing of space resources could significantly reduce the cost and complexity of space