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Report: China Plans Egg-Shaped Homes on Moon

Published NOV 28 2024·Updated 5 days ago

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Above: The Long March-12A Y1 carrier rocket lifts off from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone on Dec. 23, 2025. Image credit: VCG/VCG via Getty Images

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Narrative A

This innovative combination of ancient Chinese construction techniques with modern space technology demonstrates China's unique approach to solving complex engineering challenges. These structures represent a significant advancement in sustainable lunar construction methods, potentially revolutionizing how humans would live on the moon.

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Narrative B

The practical challenges of lunar construction, including extreme conditions and limited resources, suggest that early lunar settlements may be more rudimentary than sci-fi visions suggest. The focus on basic, proven construction methods rather than futuristic designs more accurately reflects the reality of early space colonization.

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