The quest to harness space radiation for energy generation has presented a dynamic understanding of sustainable power generation. This abstract explores the complex and promising landscape of space radiation capturing technologies. Examining the various dimensions, opportunities, and challenges inherent in this idea. The integration of radiation capturing for habitation, exploration and flight is a crucial step towards addressing the growing energy needs in extreme environments. However, this journey is filled with intricacies and potential risks, encompassing health hazards, equipment reliability, cost complexities, regulatory compliance, and environmental impact, mandating meticulous examination and mitigation strategies. Understanding the fundamentals of radiation and its importance for mitigation is just the first step in the future of space radiation harvesting. With the recent discovery of potential kinetic energy in radiation particles, this allows for implementation of new apparatus to capture the energy. Acknowledging existing mitigation methods and refining radiation capturing techniques is important to maximize energy efficiency while protecting humans in space. As scientific and technological advancements develop the sophistication and efficiency of these technologies are likely to witness significant enhancement to propel space radiation harvesting at the forefront of the industry.

Fall 2023 | Master Independent Study

Skills

Space Energy Harvesting, Sustainable Energy, Space Radiation