Another discussion about the direction of human energy was started on Twitter. Let’s take a look at the views of various experts.
First, let's take a look at Universal-Sci's point of view:
From Obviously, Universal-Sci is more favorable of solar energy. For the purposes of missions to the surface of Mars, solar energy even exceeds the efficiency of nuclear energy. Their main points can be found on their own official website (https://www.universal-sci.com/article/solar-energy-versus-nuclear-energy-to-power-a-mars-mission). are:
If located at the Martian equator, such a solar power system would have to transport approximately 8.3 tons of mass to Mars to generate the same amount electricity than the 9.3 tonnes of a small nuclear power plant.
Even if the relative advantage of a solar solution diminishes as it moves away from the equator, it would preventand even nuclear fission on about half of the surface of Mars.
In other words, if future missions must be positioned near the equator, solar energy will be the best solution. On the other hand, if a mission had to be carried out near the poles, nuclear energy would be a more suitable choice.
Interestingly, when it comes to storing excess energy, scientists tend to use hydrogen because when combined with nitrogen , it can also be used to make ammonia in fertilizers.
The idea is that excess electricity can be used to generate hydrogen from water, which can then be stored in a container under pressure from which energy can then be extracted using fuel cells.
The study's lead authors, Anthony Abel and Aaron Berliner, both work at the Center for Bi-Engineering Utilizationology in space, a center dedicated to the use of bioengineered microorganisms to make products such as carbon dioxide plastics and pharmaceuticals.
Using their paper, the team was able to provide a baseline for available energy and hydrogen during a defined mission to Mars.
“Now that we know how much electricity is available, we can start to relate that availability to biotechnology,” Berlin said. “Our hope is to ultimately build a complete system model, including all components, that we believe will help plan a Mars mission, evaluate tradeoffs, identify risks, and propose mitigation strategies before or during a mission."
< p>Taken together, these results could prove very useful as we begin the search for an ever-increasing mission.s feasible on Mars. The team published their findings in the journal Frontiers in Astronomy and Space Science.
Monde et Science responded to this point of view:
Considering the perspective of energy storage, Monde et Science is more inclined towards hydrogen energy.
Professor Ma responded succinctly and forcefully: You are talking nonsense, what we need is batteries.
Then the World and Science began to remind Master Ma again:
Professor Ma, please please, be serious. We're not just talking about energy itself, we're also talking about Mars. Fertilizer may also be needed on Mars.
Human energy comes from a variety of sources, including coal, oil, natural gas, etc. Others, including wind power and hydropower, are also important ways to obtain human energy.
What do you think will be the direction of energy for human life in the future?
If used for planetary exploration, what is the most appropriate form of energy?