We Are Doing Space Colonization Wrong

But will we listen?

Artist depiction of Nakṣatra, an O’Neill cylinder built with 21st century technology. Image Credit: Katie Lane (Full distribution rights reserved by Erasmo Acosta)

Imagine being inside a spaceship, similar to an airliner’s first-class cabin. With Earth’s gravity over twenty-four hours behind, the velcro spots on the wide comfortable seats and along the carpet prevent passengers from drifting out of control. A few adults struggle to keep floating toys within their excited children’s reach.