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Lunar days last approximately 14 Earth days, a period during which the surface experiences continuous sunlight followed by a 14-day lunar night of darkness. Solar panels rely on sunlight to generate power, but during the night, their utility diminishes significantly. As such, solar energy becomes less reliable.
To overcome this limitation, Russia is considering deploying nuclear reactors that can operate independently of sunlight, providing a continuous, stable power supply. This approach aims to ensure that scientific instruments, habitats, and other station functions can operate uninterrupted, regardless of the lunar day-night cycle.