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Yemmy
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So it would be cooler and mine-able?
Given unlimited tech and wealth in a fictional setting.
Given unlimited tech and wealth in a fictional setting.
Pushing Mercury out to Venus' orbit would have a negligible effect on the other planets in our solar system. The mass of Mercury is relatively small compared to the other planets, and the gravitational pull of the other planets would prevent it from significantly altering their orbits.
Pushing Mercury out to Venus' orbit could potentially allow for more efficient exploration and study of the planet. It would also open up the possibility of using Mercury as a refueling station for spacecraft traveling to and from Venus.
There could be potential negative consequences if the push is not carefully planned and executed. If Mercury is pushed too close to Venus, it could cause disruptions to Venus' orbit and potentially lead to collisions between the two planets.
There are a few proposed methods for pushing Mercury out to Venus' orbit. One option is to use spacecraft equipped with powerful ion thrusters to gradually push Mercury out of its orbit. Another option is to use gravity assists from other planets to gradually change Mercury's trajectory.
One of the main challenges would be the immense amount of energy and resources required for such a task. Additionally, precise calculations and careful planning would be necessary to ensure the push is successful and does not have any unintended consequences on the rest of the solar system.