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The proposed lunar base is truly colossal, with a radius of nearly four miles. To put that into perspective, it surpasses size comparisons to large-scale entertainment venues—larger than any Disney theme park. This space will serve as a hub for scientific research, enabling scientists from multiple nations to study various properties of the Moon, including its geology, resources, and potential for future colonization.
The Role of Nuclear Power in Lunar Exploration
One of the key innovations in this project is the decision to utilize nuclear energy to power the lunar station. According to officials from Russia’s space agency, the rationale behind this choice stems from the unique challenges posed by the lunar environment.