
Dead Planets Society: A Neverending Solar Eclipse
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Shading Earth: A Solution to Global Threats
Exploring the concept of using massive sunshades in space to manipulate Earth's orbit, the chapter discusses the potential benefits and implications of creating a shadow between Earth and the Sun. It also touches on the cost and feasibility of deploying glass panels in orbit for cooling down the planet and using colored panels for selective light absorption during eclipses.
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