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Above Earth, commercial orbital stations flourish. These hubs serve various purposes: microgravity laboratories grow protein crystals or test new pharmaceuticals, while others host zero-gravity concerts streamed live worldwide or luxury resorts with stunning views of Earth’s curvature. Space transforms from purely exploration into a hub of culture, commerce, and entertainment.
Robotic fabricators play a crucial role by assembling massive structures in orbit—unfolding giant telescope mirrors, building kilometer-scale habitats, and deploying radiators. Solar-sail probes silently venture into deep space, mapping asteroids, scouting comets, and extending humanity’s grasp into uncharted regions.