Researchers Plotting Giant Spaceship That Could Carry Generations of Humans

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An international consortium of scientists, engineers, and urban planners called Project Hyperion has launched a design competition for a massive multi-generational spaceship that could transport human civilization to distant planets.

As Universe Today reports, the competition is challenging the public to come up with a concept that relies on current and near-future technologies.

Specifically, the ship's mission should be "designed to span 250 years," while providing "Earth-equivalent gravity through artificial means, such as rotation," and "comprehensive radiation shielding" to protect anywhere from 500 to 1,5000 inhabitants.

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Author / Journalist: Victor Tangermann

Category: Technology

Markets: United States

Topics: Spacecraft Off World Interstellar travel

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Published On: 2024-11-19 @ 20:17:51 (12 hours ago)

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