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#108 Thomas Zurbuchen: Adventures in Astrophysics
The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish
Mars Missions and Astro-Mining
This chapter explores the ambitious Mars sample return mission led by the Perseverance rover, focusing on the logistics involved in retrieving samples and the potential for human colonization of Mars. It also delves into the feasibility of mining resources on asteroids and Mars, discussing the economic implications and regulatory challenges of extraterrestrial resource extraction. The conversation highlights the balance between innovation and safety in funding space exploration while embracing the inevitability of setbacks.
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