All articles tagged with #future habitats
The article discusses various Earth animals, from tardigrades to mice, that could potentially survive and be useful in future human colonies on Mars due to their resilience to harsh conditions like radiation, low oxygen, and extreme temperatures.
Scientists and cartoonists Kelly and Zach Weinersmith explore the future of space settlements in their new book, "A City on Mars." They discuss the practical challenges of living on the moon, Mars, and in free-floating space structures, debunking misconceptions about space colonization. The Weinersmiths address issues such as water and food supplies, maintaining health, competition for territory, raising children, and legal concerns. They emphasize the need for underground habitats due to the harsh conditions on the moon and Mars, including radiation exposure and toxic dust storms. The authors also highlight the lack of regulations governing activities in space and the potential for territorial disputes among space powers.