Over the past few decades, we’ve unlocked some incredible secrets about our universe.
The Hubble Telescope has allowed us to explore deep into space and see galaxies that are billions of years old! Such revelations have given physicists and astronomers a wealth of new information on stars and planets in our own galaxy, as well as extra-galactic bodies.
What Is Deep Space?
Deep space is the region of outer space surrounding Earth, including planets, moons, and other non-stellar objects. It’s distinguished from interstellar space in that it does not primarily consist of regions within our galaxy or nearby stars.
The launch of the Kepler mission has given us an unprecedented look at planets orbiting distant stars all across our galaxy. It’s believed that there are potentially hundreds of billions of other worlds in the Milky Way alone, and this is just one galaxy out of an estimated 100 billion!
Is Deep Space Travel Possible?
The idea of exploring deep space with manned missions has always been a topic of interest among the public. But it’s no easy task to send humans into space since our biological functions are highly specialized for living on Earth, rather than floating in low gravity.
Still, scientists may be closer than ever to figuring out how we can survive extended periods in space. One of the most promising areas of research on this topic is through studies on astronauts’ muscles and bones, as well as their immunity and sleep patterns.
Is Deep Space Exploration in Our Near Future?
Yes, with technological advancements every day, deep space exploration is becoming more and more possible. Although we may not experience it in our lifetime, future generations may be able to look back and see that their ancestors were the pioneers of a new era of knowledge and discovery.
The years ahead will prove pivotal for deep space exploration, as we develop new technologies to propel us further into the unknown. It’s our hope that by unlocking the mysteries of deep space, we will reveal more about the history of our world and more about ourselves than ever before.