Can the Genesis Project really seed the galaxy with robots?

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The Genesis Project aims to explore the feasibility of seeding the galaxy with robotic technology. Key components include the development of a magnetic sail and the dual-use of launch facilities, which could expedite the project timeline. However, participants in the discussion express skepticism regarding the proposed 50-100 year timeframe, emphasizing that significant technological advancements and additional infrastructure are necessary before such an initiative can be realized. Overall, the consensus leans towards the belief that the project is not feasible in the near term.

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I think it is much too early to speculate on whether it could work. Technology could change so much between now and centuries from now.
 
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Therefore, the launch facility could see dual use and you wouldn’t need to build something new. Once that is in place one would need to test the magnetic sail. A realistic time span would hence be in the 50-100 years window.
I don't believe that 50-100 years. It takes much more than just a rocket and a sail. It needs many other things that take time to develop.
 
Johnny powell said:
https://futurism.com/genesis-project-robots-seed-galaxy-life
anorlunda said:
Please post only in English @Johnny powell
Welcome to PF, Johnny. Thanks for cleaning up the posts that had translation issues. :smile:

The OP link works for me now, so can you please post your thoughts about it? We would like to hear your thoughts before we post our responses. Thanks. :smiles:
 
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I don't believe that 50-100 years. It takes much more than just a rocket and a sail. It needs many other things that take time to develop.
İt is impossible (:( in the near term)
 

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