MUMBAI, India, June 22 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202631069064 A) filed by C. V. Raman Global University on June 02, 2026, for “modular Electrothermal Dust-Shedding Tiles For Lunar Habitats.
Inventors include Debankur Pal; Aditi Singh; Siba Kumar Pujari; and Smita Rani Parija.
The application for the patent was published on June 12, 2026, under issue no. 24/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a modular electrothermal dust-shedding tile system for lunar habitats and extraterrestrial infrastructure. The invention comprises a tile body incorporating an embedded resistive heating element, temperature sensing module, electronic control unit, and power management circuitry. During operation, electrical energy is converted into thermal energy through controlled electrothermal activation. The generated heat weakens adhesion forces between lunar regolith particles and the tile surface, facilitating dust detachment without mechanical cleaning mechanisms. A closed-loop control architecture continuously monitors surface temperature and regulates heating cycles to ensure safe and energy-efficient operation. A MOSFET-based switching arrangement enables precise control of power delivery and selective activation of individual tiles. The modular architecture permits scalable deployment across habitat walls, roofs, solar panels, airlocks, observation windows, and other exposed surfaces. The system is compatible with solar-powered and direct-current energy sources commonly used in lunar environments. By eliminating moving parts and reducing maintenance requirements, the invention enhances operational reliability, habitat safety, and long-term mission sustainability. The disclosed technology provides an autonomous and energy-efficient solution for mitigating dust accumulation under harsh lunar conditions.
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