You can reach Mars in just two months with this technology developed by NASA. Know about Pulsed Plasma Rocket
NASA is investing in a revolutionary rocket technology that has the potential to revolutionize human space exploration by reducing the time it takes to reach Mars to just two months. By the 2030s, it is hoped to send humans to Mars, although round-trip travel would require nearly two years with current technology. Astronauts face serious health hazards during this protracted mission, including radiation exposure, the effects of zero gravity, and prolonged solitude, as per the reports of 'Yahoo News'.
Health risks of long space travel
Long-term space travel may be harmful to an astronaut's health. Astronauts may be exposed to radiation equivalent to 1,000 chest X-rays during a six-month mission, according to current estimates. This increases their risk of developing major illnesses like cancer, damage to the brain system, bone loss, and heart disease. Cutting down on space travel time is essential to lowering these health hazards. NASA has funded $725,000 in the Pulsed Plasma Rocket (PPR) system, a novel technology intended to reduce the time required for a journey to Mars, to address this difficulty.
The Pulsed Plasma Rocket (PPR)
The PPR propulsion system effectively generates thrust by using superheated plasma pulses. As part of the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) Program, the engine design is currently being optimized, and proof-of-concept experiments are being carried out. Plans are also underway to build a spacecraft propelled by PPR that can securely transport people to Mars.
The PPR's primary
