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A Review of Quantum Computing for Space Exploration and Mars Colonization

Philip Andriola

Published Jan 1, 2025• 0 citations
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Abstract

Quantum computing holds the potential to revolutionize the space and rocket industries, offering groundbreaking advancements that will reshape space exploration and help achieve the long term goal of Martian colonization. Quantum computing possesses the power to overcome some of the biggest hurdles in modern space exploration such as resource allocation, astronaut health, sustainable rocketry, life support systems, and dependable autonomous operations. Despite its promise, quantum computing faces significant obstacles such as scalability, error correction ability, and the inherent sensitivity of quantum systems. This paper reviews the fundamental components of quantum computers and investigates its implications in multiple aspects of space exploration and Martian colonization. Numerous studies are examined, focusing on quantum computing for objectives such as trajectory optimization, environmental simulations for habitats on Mars, molecular simulations for pharmaceuticals in space, and adaptive machine learning and AI for autonomous operations. Past research suggests that while quantum computing does have promising implications for the future of humans in space and on Mars, its practical implementation and application remains a distant goal.

DOI
10.2514/6.2025-99474

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