Science and Exploration

Lunabotics Challenge

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A student-designed lunar robot excavates regolith on the moon, with a partially constructed moon base visible in the background.
Space & Astronomy

NASA supports student lunar robotics for future missions

University of Virginia students built an 80-pound robot to excavate lunar regolith, a critical task for future moon base construction.

Jina Park·May 21, 2026