Resource Topology
Lunar Mineral Refining & Density Matrix
Sorted by specific gravity from cryogenic isotopes to heavy rare earth concentrates.
| Rank | Mineral Substrate | Specific Gravity | Power Draw | Subsurface Refining Stage | Primary Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Helium-3 Cryo-Canisters | 0.13 g/cm³ | 8.0 MW/t | Subsurface Cryo-Condenser | Advanced Fusion Power & Earth Trade |
| #2 | High-Purity Silicon (SiO2) | 2.33 g/cm³ | 2.1 MW/t | Arc Quartz Reduction Furnace | Solar Cell Arrays & Microprocessors |
| #3 | Raw Lunar Regolith | 2.60 g/cm³ | 1.2 MW/t | Primary Harvester & Rotary Sieve | Concrete Slabs & Basic Substrate |
| #4 | Titanium Oxide & Alloys (Ti) | 4.50 g/cm³ | 3.8 MW/t | Vacuum Leaching Chamber | High-Stress Aerospace Framing |
| #5 | Iron & Magnetite (Fe) | 5.20 g/cm³ | 2.5 MW/t | Magnetic Drum Separator | Structural Beams & Conveyor Mechanics |
| #6 | Rare Earth Concentrates | 6.80 g/cm³ | 5.4 MW/t | Heavy Centrifugal Classifier | Autonomous Drone Robotics |