Friday, October 21, 2011

Russians see room for moonbase in lunar lava caves

Reuters
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  • The discovery of volcanic tunnels on the moon could provide a natural shelter for the first lunar colony, cosmonauts and scientists said on Tuesday.
  • "If it turns out that the moon has a number of caves that can provide some protection from radiation and meteor showers, it could be an even more interesting destination than previously thought," he said. 
  • "In ESA, there is still a very strong focus on the moon. It could be a natural first to go there,"
Comment: You have to have a way to get around on the moon, too.

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