
Inside the Analog Missions Simulating Space on Earth
To prepare for missions to Mars and the Moon, scientists use Earth-based analog missions to simulate space exploration, testing human psychology and technology in extreme environments.
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To prepare for missions to Mars and the Moon, scientists use Earth-based analog missions to simulate space exploration, testing human psychology and technology in extreme environments.

NASA uses 'analog missions' in extreme Earth environments like volcanoes and deserts to simulate space travel, testing human endurance and technology for future trips to the Moon and Mars.
Four ESA astronauts completed a specialized helicopter training course with the German military, a key step in preparing for the challenges of future lunar landings.

Axiom Space has named Portuguese physiologist Emiliano Ventura its first 'Project Astronaut' to lead a new pilot program testing a rigorous six-month training protocol.

Axiom Space has selected Portuguese physiologist Emiliano Ventura to lead a new pilot astronaut training program designed to refine protocols for commercial spaceflight.