Is Gravity Shielding Possible on the Moon and Mars?

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The discussion centers on the potential health impacts of low gravity on the Moon and Mars, particularly regarding bone and muscle loss during long-term habitation. Stephen Hawking's assertion that human bases should have significant gravity fields is debated, with participants questioning whether low gravity environments could also lead to health issues similar to those experienced in microgravity. The necessity of rigorous exercise to counteract these effects is highlighted, along with concerns about the long-term adaptability of humans to reduced gravity conditions. Additionally, the conversation touches on the implications of space colonization for human evolution and the potential need for artificial gravity solutions for extended space missions. Overall, the feasibility of sustaining human life on the Moon and Mars remains a complex issue influenced by gravity-related health challenges.
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I doubt gravity will be over come any time soon H.M. Murdock.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gravitational_shielding

Gravity shielding is the process of shielding an object from the full influence of a gravitational field. Such processes have the effect of reducing the weight of an object. According to standard physics any form of gravitational shielding is a violation of the equivalence principle and therefore is inconsistent with general relativity.[1]
 
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wolram said:
I doubt gravity will be over come any time soon H.M. Murdock.

Gravity shielding is the process of shielding an object from the full influence of a gravitational field. Such processes have the effect of reducing the weight of an object. According to standard physics any form of gravitational shielding is a violation of the equivalence principle and therefore is inconsistent with general relativity.[1]

I agree, although we have the theory of GR still gravity is a very puzzling force. I guess we won't be able to overcome gravity any time soon.
 

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