[Interview] How Close Are We To Self-Replicating Robots Conquering Space

Published: March 4, 2024, 9:15 p.m.

Self-replicating space robots seems as an obvious way to explore the Universe. How close are we to such a scenario and what do we need to fill outer space with Von Neumann probes? Figuring out with Professor Alex Ellery.

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  • 00:00 Intro
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  • 02:07 How sustainable is the Moon
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  • 07:44 Self-replicating robots
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  • 32:11 How would a mission look like
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  • 39:14 Going beyond the Moon
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  • 45:19 Realistic future scenario
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  • 59:28 Final thoughts and more interviews
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