Are Manned Missions Still Necessary for Space Exploration?

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In summary, the conversation discusses whether machines or men should be sent to other planets for discovery. It is noted that machines are currently failing at their tasks, but manned missions have also encountered issues. The suggestion is made that future "manned" missions may involve humans in adapted bodies or remotely linked to a human brain on earth. Eventually, only small packages of nanomachinery and software may be sent into space, and this may also become the norm on Earth.
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should we keep sending machines to other planets to discover, or .. should we send men? after all, machines have been failing
 
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So have manned missions. Machines are much cheaper and able to continue to send information long after their biological equivalents would have expired.
 
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xecute said:
should we keep sending machines to other planets to discover, or .. should we send men? after all, machines have been failing


quite soon these will be the same thing-

future "manned" misions will be humans in adapted bodies/tools- either heavily modified biological bodies or non-biological machines running a copy of human mind-ware- or at least remotely linked directly to the motor/sensory inputs/outputs of a human brain somewhere on earth-

eventually we should only be sending small packages of nanomachinery and software into space- at some point- nanomachinery and software may be all most of us are here on Earth as well!
 
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1. What are the potential risks associated with manned space missions?

Some of the potential risks include exposure to harmful radiation, equipment failures, and accidents during launch or re-entry.

2. How do astronauts protect themselves from radiation in space?

Astronauts are protected from radiation through the use of shielding materials on their spacecraft, as well as specialized suits and helmets during spacewalks. They also receive extensive training on how to minimize their exposure to radiation.

3. How do astronauts prepare for emergencies during a mission?

Astronauts undergo extensive training and simulations to prepare for emergencies, such as equipment malfunctions or medical emergencies. They also have emergency protocols in place and communication with mission control for assistance.

4. How does NASA ensure the safety of astronauts during a mission?

NASA has strict safety protocols and guidelines in place for all manned missions. This includes thorough testing and inspections of equipment, rigorous training for astronauts, and constant communication and monitoring during a mission.

5. Has anyone died during a manned space mission?

Unfortunately, there have been fatalities during manned space missions. The most well-known incident is the Apollo 1 fire in 1967, which resulted in the deaths of three astronauts during a ground test. However, NASA continuously works to improve safety measures and decrease the likelihood of such tragedies occurring in the future.

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