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Space photosynthesis: efficient for producing oxygen and fuel ?


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Published in Science and Technology on Thursday, February 6th 2025 at 0:42 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • China has reached a decisive milestone by achieving the first artificial photosynthesis in space aboard the Tiangong station. This unprecedented experiment successfully transformed carbon dioxide

The article from MSN discusses a breakthrough in space technology where researchers have developed a method called "space photosynthesis" to produce oxygen and fuel in space environments. This innovative approach utilizes a combination of solar energy and a special type of algae or cyanobacteria that can perform photosynthesis in space conditions. The process not only generates oxygen, crucial for life support systems in space, but also produces biofuels, which could serve as an energy source for spacecraft. This dual benefit makes the system highly efficient for long-term space missions, reducing the need to carry large quantities of oxygen and fuel from Earth. The research highlights the potential for sustainable life support and propulsion systems, significantly advancing the feasibility of extended space exploration and colonization efforts.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/science/environmental-science/space-photosynthesis-efficient-for-producing-oxygen-and-fuel/ar-AA1yv0uM ]

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