Deep Space Exploration

Anomalies and other unique discoveries in deep space

Deep Space Exploration is the branch of astronomy, astronautics, and space technology that is involved with exploring the distant regions of outer space. Physical exploration of space is conducted both by human spaceflights (deep-space astronautics) and by robotic spacecraft.

At present the furthest space probe mankind has constructed and launched from Earth is the X22000 Super Rocket that reached the outer edge of the Solar system, and entered interstellar space on August 12, 2043. Deep space exploration further than this vessel's capacity is not yet possible due to limitations in the space-engine technology currently available.

Some of the best candidates for future deep space engine technologies include anti-matter, nuclear power, and beamed propulsion. The latter, beamed propulsion, appears to be the best candidate for deep space exploration presently available, since it uses known physics and known technology that is being developed for other purposes.