Future Space Living Platform

Li Ming: Enlightenment in Space

In April 2024, Li Ming, CEO of a tech company, boarded Blue Origin's suborbital flight. This was not only his personal dream but also an opportunity to validate his company's space technologies.

"When the rocket launched, I felt unprecedented thrust, but the real震撼 came when the spacecraft entered microgravity." Li Ming recalled, "Floating in my seat and seeing Earth's curve through the window was indescribable."

The most unexpected impact for Li Ming was the "space syndrome." Seeing Earth as a whole without borders or conflicts, just a fragile blue planet floating in darkness.

"After returning to Earth, I redirected my company's R&D focus towards solving Earth's environmental challenges. I also support more space exploration projects because I believe humanity's future lies both on Earth and among the stars."

As one of China's first commercial space travelers, Li Ming now frequently shares his experiences at universities and tech forums, encouraging the younger generation to focus on Earth's sustainability while exploring space's potential.

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Mars Colonization Details

Environmental Conditions

The average surface temperature on Mars is about -63°C, with an atmospheric pressure just 0.6% of Earth's, primarily composed of carbon dioxide. Despite harsh conditions, Mars offers the most Earth-like environment in the solar system.

Colonization Plans

Initial Mars colonization will rely on two primary modes: underground habitats and dome cities. Underground habitats utilize natural lava tubes for radiation shielding, while dome cities use transparent structures to provide sunlight and maintain internal pressure.

Resource Utilization

Martian surfaces contain abundant iron oxides, and polar regions hold water ice resources. Through in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) technology, water, oxygen, and construction materials can be extracted from the Martian environment.

Colonization Challenges

• Radiation Protection - Mars lacks magnetic field protection requiring specialized shielding
• Low Gravity - Mars gravity is 38% of Earth's, long-term effects require study
• Dust Storms - Global dust storms lasting months may impact solar energy collection
• Mental Health - Isolation and monotonous red environment pose psychological challenges