Astronomy and Space

Astrochicken

Astrochicken is the name given to a thought experiment expounded by theoretical physicist Freeman Dyson. An Astrochicken is a small, one-kilogram spacecraft, a self-replicating automaton that could explore space more efficiently than a crewed craft could due to its innovative mix of technology.

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• ▸39 Tauri
• ▸Diesel–electric powertrain
• ▸Eta Phoenicis

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