Matrioshka Brains
What Are Matrioshka Brains? A Matrioshka Brain is a hypothetical megastructure, based on the Dyson sphere, of immense computational capacity. It is an example of a Class B stellar engine, employing the entire energy output of a star to drive computer systems. Such a structure would be composed of a collection of one or more […]
The Role Of Geoengineering And Biotechnology In Terraforming
This article considers The Role Of Geoengineering And Biotechnology In Terraforming. We explore this topic as part of our series exploring the role of terraforming in space colonization.
Bioforming and Gene Tailoring
A deep look at some of the truly advanced and surprising options that might become available to us as we improve our skill with genetic engineering, ranging from altering humans to adapting life to live on alien planets or to serve as machines. Isaac will also look at methods for doing genetic engineering, such as […]
How Science Fiction Can Inform Terraforming
How Science Fiction Can Inform Terraforming. We explore Terraforming and terra engineering: How science fiction can inform future planetary modification as part of our series exploring the role of terraforming in space colonization.
Environmental Impact of Bernal Spheres
The environmental impact of Bernal Spheres on outer space and the Earth. Find out more about the Environmental Impact of Bernal Spheres.
Is Terraforming Venus A Feasible Plan?
This article considers Terraforming Venus: A Feasible Plan or a Distant Dream? We explore this topic as part of our series exploring the role of terraforming in space colonization.
Terraforming Mars: Challenges and Possibilities for Future Colonization
This article considers Terraforming Mars: Challenges and Possibilities for Future Colonization. We explore this topic as part of our series exploring the role of terraforming in space colonization.
The Economic Feasibility Of Von Neumann Probes For Space Exploration
This article explores The economic feasibility of von Neumann probes for space exploration and colonization. Find out more about The economic feasibility of von Neumann probes for space exploration.
Common Space Myths Debunked By Astronaut Chris Hadfield
Space is a mystery and a fascination to most of us. We read so much information about living in space and the effects that space can have on the human body that we do not always know what to believe. In the video below, retired astronaut Chris Hadfield debunks common space myths and answers the […]
The Potential Of Von Neumann Self-replicating Spacecraft
This article explores: Von Neumann machines: The potential of self-replicating spacecraft for space colonization. Find out more about The potential of Von Neumann self-replicating spacecraft. In the quest for space exploration and colonization, self-replicating spacecraft, also known as Von Neumann machines, have been proposed as a potential solution to a range of challenges. These machines […]