ASTROBOTANY Plants Beyond Earth (Volume 2): The Future of Space Agriculture & Interplanetary Civilization - Tapa blanda

ASTROBOTANY Plants Beyond Earth (Volume 2) : The Future of Space Agriculture & Interplanetary Civilization

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware - Astrobotany: Plants Beyond Earth - The Future of Space Agriculture & Interplanetary Civilization (Volume 2) presents a groundbreaking exploration of how plant science will shape the future of human life beyond Earth. As humanity moves toward long-duration space missions and the establishment of extraterrestrial habitats, the role of plants becomes central to survival, sustainability and the development of new civilizations.This book offers a comprehensive and forward-thinking perspective on advanced space farming systems, including hydroponics, aeroponics, vertical farming and AI-driven agricultural ecosystems. It further examines how these technologies can be adapted to extreme environments such as Mars and the Moon, providing practical models for extraterrestrial food production.Moving beyond cultivation techniques, the book explores integrated biological systems such as Controlled Ecological Life Support Systems (CELSS), where plants, humans, and microorganisms function together in closed-loop ecosystems. It highlights the transformative potential of genetic engineering in developing space-adapted crops with enhanced resilience, efficiency and nutritional value.A unique aspect of this volume is its focus on the economic and sustainability dimensions of space agriculture. It analyzes cost structures, scalability and feasibility, presenting space agriculture not only as a scientific necessity but also as a future industry. The discussion extends to the concept of circular bio-economies, where resources are continuously recycled, ensuring long-term sustainability in isolated environments.The book culminates in a visionary yet practical framework for the evolution of space agriculture-from survival systems to the foundation of interplanetary civilization. It presents realistic developmental stages, future timelines and the emergence of a global astro-agriculture industry that will support human expansion across the solar system.Combining scientific depth with innovative thinking, this book serves as an essential resource for students, researchers and professionals in botany, biotechnology, environmental science and space studies. More importantly, it inspires a new perspective on agriculture-not just as a terrestrial activity but as a universal system capable of sustaining life beyond Earth.Astrobotany is not just about growing plants in space-it is about growing the future of humanity. Author, Surendra Ramesh SawardekarDr. Urmila Sarkar. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9798259483521

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