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- 1Scientists explore using nuclear bombs to defend Earth▼Can a nuclear bomb really save Earth? Scientists are testing the unthinkable
French science outlet Futura reports that scientists are examining whether a nuclear detonation could be used to save Earth, most likely by deflecting a dangerous asteroid on a collision course with the planet. The idea, long confined to Hollywood films like Armageddon, is now being seriously studied by researchers, who are running tests and simulations on what they call the unthinkable scenario.
- 2Florida Tech students simulate life on Mars▼'You're on your own': Florida Tech students live like astronauts on "Mars" mission
Students at Florida Tech are taking part in a simulated Mars mission, living as astronauts would on the red planet with limited outside support. Participants describe the experience with the warning 'you're on your own', reflecting the isolation and self-reliance the simulation demands. The project highlights growing student involvement in space exploration research as Florida continues to position itself at the center of the aerospace industry.
- 3Hobbyist builds science-based planet generator for RPGs▼I've been working on this for a long while now. It started as a simple script to generate a believable planet for my rol
A developer has unveiled a long-running hobby project that grew far beyond its original scope. What began as a simple script to generate a believable planet for a role-playing game turned into a full simulation, as the creator kept adding the science needed to make it realistic — starting with a procedurally generated star and expanding from there. Fellow enthusiasts of procedural generation and hard science-fiction worldbuilding are taking an interest in the work.
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Solar Smash players are showcasing gameplay in which the Earth is cut clean in half using the game's planet-destroying tools. The sandbox simulation lets users fire lasers, missiles and other weapons at planets, and slicing the planet in two has become a popular stunt. Clips of the move are drawing large audiences as viewers watch the planet split apart on screen.