The Astronomical, Astrobiological and Planetary Science Case for Interstellar Spaceflight

Details The Astronomical, Astrobiological and Planetary Science Case for Interstellar Spaceflight The Astronomical, Astrobiological and Planetary Science Case for Interstellar Spaceflight

2010-08-28

arxiv.org/abs/1008.4893v1

Journal of the British Interplanetary Society, 62, 415-421, (2009)

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astrophysics

Instrumentation and Methods for Astrophysics

26 pages. Published in: Journal of the British Interplanetary Society, 62, 415-421, (2009)

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A review is presented of the scientific benefits of rapid (v >= 0.1c) interstellar spaceflight. Significant benefits are identified in the fields of interstellar medium studies, stellar astrophysics, planetary science and astrobiology. In the latter three areas the benefits would be considerably enhanced if the interstellar vehicle is able to decelerate from its interstellar cruise velocity to rest relative to the target system. Although this will greatly complicate the mission architecture, and extend the overall travel time, the scientific benefits are such that this option should be considered seriously in future studies.

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