3 ms·
Maybe a dome could be used afterall, if the panels are made of plastic... https://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/real-martians-how-to-protect-astronauts-from-spac
by hugs 10y ago
Maybe a dome could be used afterall, if the panels are made of plastic... https://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/real-martians-how-to-protect-astronauts-from-space-radiation-on-mars https://www.nasa.gov/feature/goddard/real-martians-how-to-pr...
"Polyethylene, the same plastic commonly found in water bottles and grocery bags, also has potential as a candidate for radiation shielding. It is very high in hydrogen and fairly cheap to produce"