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How do we create artificial gravity in space without massive space stations? Today, we explore hammer habitats and tethered space habitats—ingenious designs that could revolutionize life beyond Earth.

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Hammer Habs & Tethered Space Habitats

Episode 490; March 13, 2025

Written, Produced & Narrated by: Isaac Arthur

Edited by: Merv Johnson II

Graphics: Bryan Versteeg, Fishy Tree, Jeremy Jozwik, Ken York YD Visual

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Music Courtesy of Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creator

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