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Deep Space Habitats

Science & Futurism with Isaac Arthur

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The Dyson Dilemma of the Fermi Paradox

The ability to tap new bits, or old bits of space-time for power makes deep space habitats more appealing. I think we will see deep space habitats under just about every technological scenario - even if we never get better power than natural stars and atomic fission plants. Only in the case where we have fairly compact fusion power and very good automation and 3D printing could people have their own modest sized personal habitat.

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