Hull and Humber (UK)
Webinar: Challenges of a Manned Mission to Mars
- Date From 9th December 2020
- Date To 9th December 2020
- Price Free of charge, open to all.
- Location Online: 19:00 GMT. Duration: 1 hour.
Overview
The Hull and Humber Members Group are proud to co-sponsor this event hosted by the Royal Aeronautical Society, IET and IMechE.
John Dunthorne, BSc, a member of the Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society, will be delivering an invited seminar on the possible technical challenges of a manned space mission to Mars. The talk explores the formidable scientific, engineering and human challenges facing manned missions to Mars and how they might be overcome. It includes a look at some of the fascinating and innovative proposals for possible Mars habitats.
Presenter
John Dunthorne, Member of the Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society
John Dunthorne taught physics, electronics and ICT. At different times he was the Head of Design and Technology and Head of ICT. John is also an active member of the Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society. He has had a lifelong interest in astronomy and the space programme.
The material presented in this webinar has not been peer-reviewed. Any opinions are the presenter’s own and do not necessarily represent those of IChemE or the Hull and Humber Member Group. The information is given in good faith but without any liability on the part of IChemE.
Time
19:00—20:00 GMT.
Intended audience
Anyone with an interest in the potential of manned missions to Mars, and indeed, where chemical engineering may have a role.
Software
The presentation will be delivered by Zoom.
Please register below. A link to join will be provided two hours before the webinar.
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