Mars

Accelerating Mars Missions: The Promise of Nuclear Propulsion

Posted in Hardware, Science on 2nd Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller

If successful, nuclear-powered rockets could open new possibilities for exploring and possibly colonizing Mars by reducing the travel time and exposure to space radiation, a significant hazard for astronauts on long-duration missions.

The Future of AI and Humanity: Insights from Elon Musk and Peter Diamandis

Posted in Science, Software on 2nd Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller

Musk elaborated on his prediction that AI might surpass the combined output of all humans within the next five to seven years, around 2028 or 2029.

Snow on Mars Could Harbor Life According to a New NASA Simulation

Posted in Science, Software on 2nd Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller

"If small amounts of liquid water are available at these depths, mid-latitude ice exposures could represent the most easily accessible locations to search for extant life on Mars,"

Kidneys In Space: Why A Trip To Mars Could End In Dialysis

Posted in Highlights from UCL, Medicine, Science on 18th Jun, 2024
by Alex Muller

"Our study highlights the fact that if you're planning a space mission, kidneys really matter."

Elon Musk Doubles Down On Mars Dreams And Details What's Next For SpaceX's Starship

Posted in Hardware, Science on 22nd Apr, 2024
by Alex Muller

SpaceX has done some early work on what needs to happen once Starships arrive at the red planet.