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4. There will be elevated particulate radiation exposure,

Reply to PJMcK (Reply #1)

Sat Apr 4, 2026, 05:37 PM

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the degree depending mainly on how well the capsule attenuates (shields) the level. I expect they may orient the capsule so that the bulk of it is between the living compartment and the sun.

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