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The design of an experimental lunar drill and a facility to test the drill under simulated lunar conditions is described. The drill utilizes a polycrystalline diamond compact drag bit and an auger to mechanically remove cuttings from the hole. The drill will be tested in a vacuum chamber and powered through a vacuum seal by a drive mechanism located above the chamber. A general description of the design is provided followed by a detailed description and analysis of each component. Recommendations for the further development of the design are included. Norrington, David W. and Ardoin, Didier C. and Alexander, Stephen G. and Rowland, Philip N. and Vastakis, Frank N. and Linsey, Steven L. Unspecified Center...

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