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The Challenge of Reaching Mars: A Comprehensive Exploration
The dream of sending humans to Mars has captivated the imagination of many, from scientists to space enthusiasts, especially with industry icons like Elon Musk declaring grand ambitions. Back in 2020, Musk privately predicted that SpaceX would land the first human on Mars by 2026. As 2024 approaches, this hopeful timeline seems increasingly unrealistic. The world now wonders: why has a manned mission to Mars not yet materialized despite the successful lunar missions that were achieved over fifty years ago?