In addition to shielding there are ongoing studies looking into more effective warning systems for explorers once they reach Mars. Right now, satellites monitor for coronal mass ejections and radiation levels but scientists aren't exactly sure how to predict direction and speed.
It's just another hurdle once they made it to surface...
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In addition to shielding there are ongoing studies looking into more effective warning systems for explorers once they reach Mars. Right now, satellites monitor for coronal mass ejections and radiation levels but scientists aren't exactly sure how to predict direction and speed.
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It's just another hurdle once they made it to surface