Extraterrestrial Mining

Extraterrestrial mining involves extracting valuable minerals and resources from celestial bodies like asteroids, the Moon, or planets. These resources can include metals such as platinum, nickel, and rare elements critical for technology. The goal is to access materials often scarce or difficult to obtain on Earth, potentially reducing environmental impact and supporting space exploration. Techniques include robotic mining, asteroid capture, and processing materials in space or on-site. While still in development, extraterrestrial mining offers the potential to sustainably supply Earth's resource needs and enable further space ventures.