The US military is planning a mission of flying mankind in the next 100 years to an alien planet -- which would otherwise take around 70,000 years to reach with current technologies
The US military is planning a mission of flying mankind in the next 100 years to an alien planet -- which would otherwise take around 70,000 years to reach with current technologies.
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The project, called the 100-Year Starship study, will see key decisions taken within the next 12 weeksu00a0-- such as where to head for, reports the Sun.
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Our own solar system''s inhospitable planets have been ruled out. Alpha Centauriu00a0-- among the stars closest to us - is a candidate.
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America's Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is offering a 300,000 pounds prize to scientists who can begin overcoming hurdles such as whether to freeze humans for the mission -- or to send embryos that can be "born" when near their new home.
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In September a meeting will take place in Florida, U.S, and initial plans will be drawn up for the exploration and colonisation of world beyond the solar system.
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