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Spacecraft design for interstellar travel
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Abstract
This paper endeavours to introduce and elucidate potential mechanisms aimed at the development of a spacecraft that is not only sustainable but also optimized for interstellar travel to the Andromeda galaxy, with the primary objective of scouting for potentially habitable exoplanets suitable for human colonization. The conceptual framework encompasses a comprehensive analysis of various critical components essential for the functionality and longevity of the spacecraft, including but not limited to propulsion systems, attitude control mechanisms, and advanced navigation systems. In addition, habitable areas which are also called Goldilocks’ zones refer to the areas around stars where planetary conditions are conducive to foster lives. As the existence of liquid water is known as the fundamental prerequisite for supporting life, the basic criteria for a habitable planet is temperature appropriate for water sustaining. The final analysis shows that space immigration is a determined consequence of human being and people should take effective measures to investigate future possible ways of immigrating to another planet.
Keywords
Interstellar travel, Space vehicles, Navigation, Habitability
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Ouyang,L. (2024). Spacecraft design for interstellar travel. Theoretical and Natural Science,41,154-166.
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