Going to other planets

No. I don't think so. Not in 40 years. Probably not ever. I think the extent of our going and settling on other planets would be limited to small scientific outposts. But we are a long way even from that. We've only been to the moon but we didn't set up any living spaces there. There has to be extensive planning and experimentation on how to do that and I don't think anyone has yet gone to great lengths in setting any realistic goals on when to attempt to settle on the moon much less other planets. The moon would be the most logical place to start because we know more about it than any of the planets. And compared to the other planets with their own unique atmospheres, gravity, and alien landscapes that are probably far less inhabitable than the moon not to mention our own, it's pretty apparent that it would take far, far more planning, preparation, and advancements in technology to even begin seriously considering going to any of the other planets. There are so many factors to consider including the danger to human life and the cost, which would most certainly be astronomical, no pun intended. And, think of how long it would take to get to the moon even with current technology. It would take far, far longer to reach even the closest planets. But, consider this as well. Let's say we COULD devise a way to go and settle on another planet, in the next 40 years. It would only be a matter of time before more and more people would be doing the same thing and then you would be right back to square one, with increased population on other planets as well as corrupt governments. No, I honestly believe that it would be hundreds of years before even professional astronauts could begin to settle other planets, much less the average Joe.

I would think yes. They will go to the moon someday. Not sure if you or I will ever hear or see it. But I think it will happen.

Yes it is possible when the time comes that the earth is over populated, i think the scientist now is looking for other planets that we can live in. But that is the problem we don't know when.

I do not think human beings will go and start living on some other planet, at least not for another 50,000 years or so. Life on this planet itself is so difficult. Nearly half the population is suffering from poverty and there are no signs of any improvement about this aspect. The human population is tremendously on the increase and thus there is acute scarcity of resources. So, there are lots of challenges for us to face. But after many years,we may develop certain highly advanced vehicles to reach other planets easily and safely. We may reach there safely and also create civilizations.

It might happen but i don't think it will happen sometime in next 40 years.Even if the space ship travels at speed of light and the astronauts in that ship start their journey at the age of 19 or 20 to nearest planet with life which is like 70-80 light years away,it would take 70 to 80 years to reach such a planet.So the only hope is someone makes the spaceship which travels much faster than speed of light.However i would like to accompany you on that journey to other planet as this planet is spoiled by nexus of politicians and corporate and it cannot be corrected.So full support for your idea.

Hello LegalAlien! I read something a few years back about us possibly moving to Mars around 2025. Who knows. I love anything to do with space and it annoys the crap out of me when I don't know the answers to things like other planets with civilisations, aliens, does space end yadda yadda yadda. But it would be interesting if there were other planets for us to live on. To be honest, I would visit but I don't think I would live there. I guess it depends. I mean if there were more trees and it was more cleaner then sure since humans have already screwed Earth over. But I would be worried people would ruin the next planet. I hate people..... I'm on the fence whether I'd want it to happen. People have already destroyed this planet so why go and destroy another one.. Happy MyLotting. ~AussieGal~

don't make me laugh, it hurts when I laugh! You are joking, right? Personally, I was promised a manned Mars mission in my lifetime, now I don't think I'll see it. I doubt you will see serious colonization either, maybe your grand kids.... Of course, we were also promised flying cars...

hi legalaleikn yes if our scientists can overcome the climates and all on uthose strange planets then start a shuttle for people to colonize new planets. I hope this happens soon but I will probably not live to see it as science moves so slow on outer space things. I am 86 so probably will not make it but its certainly challenging.

That would be nice but I think earth is the only inhabited planet that God created. Could it be possible that living things that are essentials to life would survive their? Like plants, and animals? The idea of living in a not so crowded place and has no crimes is brilliant. But this is life, we are now in living in perilous times. So sad, some people don't care about others.

With the global recession that is currently causing a lot of financial problems the world over, I don't see this becoming something full scale anytime soon. In the distant future, lets say, the 22nd or 23rd centuries, then this could go either way. If the technology and financial means are prevalent, then I see space exploration and travel to begin sometime in the next 100-200 years. Another thing to remember is the vast distances that need to be traveled when exploring space. The planets in our solar system are uninhabitable to humans and the ones deemed habitable are many light years away. Only unmanned drones will be able to do research in our solar system for the time being, aside from moon missions or a possible Mars landing. Mastering the speed of light or the use of the "folding space" theory to maximize space travel are still a while away as of now.