Mars One - Manned Mission to Mars by 2023

[Ellirium113]

Human Settlement on Mars in 2023
Mars One is a not-for-profit organization that will take humanity to Mars in 2023, to establish the foundation of a permanent settlement from which we will prosper, learn, and grow. Before the first crew lands, Mars One will have established a habitable, sustainable settlement designed to receive astronauts every two years. To accomplish this, Mars One has developed a precise, realistic plan based entirely upon existing technologies. It is both economically and logistically feasible, in motion through the integration of existing suppliers and experts in space exploration.
We invite you to participate in this journey, by sharing our vision with your friends, by supporting our effort and, perhaps, by becoming the next Mars astronaut yourself.


http://mars-one.com/en/


For those of you that would like to get off this rock and settle on a new rock, here are the prerequisits for astronaut selection... 

The astronaut selection process
In spaceflight missions, the primary personal attributes of a successful astronaut are emotional and psychological stability, supported by personal drive and motivation. This is the foundation upon a mission must be built, where human lives are at risk with each flight.

Once on Mars, there is no means to return to Earth. Mars is home. A grounded, deep sense of purpose will help each astronaut maintain his or her psychological stability and focus as they work together toward a shared and better future. Mars One cannot stress enough the importance of an applicant's capacity for self-reflection. Without this essential foundation, the five key characteristics listed below cannot be utilized to the fullest potential.

Five Key Characteristics of an Astronaut

Characteristic Practical Applications
Resiliency •Your thought processes are persistent.
•You persevere and remain productive.
•You see the connection between your internal and external self.
•You are at your best when things are at their worst.
•You have indomitable spirit.
•You understand the purpose of actions may not be clear in the moment, but there is good reason—you trust those who guide you.
•You have a "Can do!" attitude.

Adaptability •You adapt to situations and individuals, while taking into account the context of the situation.
•You know your boundaries, and how/when to extend them.
•You are open and tolerant of ideas and approaches different from your own.
•You draw from the unique nature of individual cultural backgrounds.

Curiosity •You ask questions to understand, not to simply get answers.
•You are transferring knowledge to others, not simply showcasing what you know or what others do not.

Ability to Trust •You trust in yourself and maintain trust in others.
•Your trust is built upon good judgment.
•You have self-informed trust.
•Your reflection on previous experiences helps to inform the exchange of trust.

Creativity / Resourcefulness •You are flexible in how an issue / problem / situation is approached.
•You are not constrained by the way you were initially taught when seeking solutions.
•Your humor is a creative resource, used appropriately as an emerging contextual response.
•You have a good sense of play and spirit of playfulness.
•You are aware of different forms of creativity.



Age
The age range for candidates will be limited. While the exact upper limits have not yet been determined, the lower age limit for applicants to apply for the selection program will be 18 years. By the time this person would land on Mars as an astronaut, he or she would be 28 years of age.

Medical and Physical Requirements
In general, normal medical and physiological health standards will be used. These standards are derived from evidence-based medicine, verified from clinical studies. The applicant must be free from any disease, any dependency on drugs, alcohol or tobacco, must have the normal range of motion and functionality in all joints, visual acuity in both eyes of 100% (20/20) either uncorrected or corrected with lenses or contact lenses, free from any psychiatric disorders. It is important to be healthy, with an age- and gender-adequate fitness level. Blood pressure should not exceed 140/90 measured in a sitting position. The standing height must be between 157 and 190 cm.
Country of Origin & Language
Mars One accepts applicants from any country in the world. Applications will be made available in several languages. The official language will be English. Nevertheless, when a candidate applies for the selection program, it is not necessary for him or her to possess an extensive knowledge of English: we will provide candidates with documentation in different languages. As applicants progress through the selection procedure, requirements on their English skills will increase.

The astronaut selection program will start in the first half of 2013. Receive updates and announcements regarding the Astronaut Application Program and selection criteria.



http://mars-one.com/en/faq-en/21-faq-selection/251-do-i-qualify-to-apply

[1Worldwatcher]

Thought this maybe of interest for you travelling types.

If a one-way trip to Mars appeals to you, now's the time to apply to be part of the first crew of a Red Planet colony.
The Netherlands-based nonprofit Mars One is planning to fly teams of four astronauts to the Red Planet, with the first landing slated to occur in 2023, exactly 10 years from today (April 22), to establish a human settlement on our planetary neighbor. Today, the organization opened up its astronaut selection process, which it hopes will raise some of the funding for the project.
Those over age 18 interested in spending the rest of their lives in space can apply by submitting applications and short videos to the Mars One site. There is no maximum age for applicants, nor a required technical background or even nationality or language — astronaut candidates will have a few years to learn English if they don't speak it already.

Full Story

I would do it, provided I was some 30 years younger... but for the most part, seems as if someone is planning on occupying the Martian Surface.

What say you here about this "Hoax or Truth?"

1Worldwatcher

[1Worldwatcher]

WHAT!!! NO TAKERS?


1WW

[PLAYSWITHMACHINES]

Sorry i was busy fixing those links

The Dutch are always coming up with crazy schemes like this, in a few months they will realise they don't even have that most basic of items, a good drive system, or even a HHO genny or fusion device on board.

Hmm, maybe we could approach them about that

The one thing they DO have is plenty of money I'll have a look..

I'm way to old to go gallivanting about space, unless the Pleiadians give me a lift I don't want to sit on top of 20,000 tons of explosives ( i don't want to go THAT bad) but i will consider a more sedate form of travel

[1Worldwatcher]

Copy that my friend!!

I was curious if there was such a drive available for this type of endeavor. I am thinking old school as you apparently were. I would still go, even with the explosives tied to my arse!! LOL One thing is for sure, we want to get off this rock, hopefully there will be more too these thing's than just rhetorical MSM garnishing for attention, but you make a very valid point about the 'Propulsion' device. Thinking something along the lines of some kind of "Fusion reactor" .

Fun stuff here, something we would have never dreamed we would be talking about literally as I was growing up anyway. Kind of gives away my age though, and just for the record, I am celebrating my 29th birthday for the 19th time ,,,,, LOL

1WW

[Ellirium113]

WHAT!!! NO TAKERS? 



1WW

None here either... 
http://www.thelivingmoon.com/forum/index.php?topic=4046.0

[1Worldwatcher]

None here either... 
http://www.thelivingmoon.com/forum/index.php?topic=4046.0

Sorry Ellirium, did not realize you were running a thread on this....My Bad, seen it release today from Yahoo, should have checked first....

Either way, thought it was interesting that they would even go this route to get cadet's for the job..LOL

Thanks for the insightful article you had there, much more informative than what I had.

Once again, "Apologies."

1WW

[Ellirium113]

Sorry Ellirium, did not realize you were running a thread on this....My Bad, seen it release today from Yahoo, should have checked first....

Either way, thought it was interesting that they would even go this route to get cadet's for the job..LOL

Thanks for the insightful article you had there, much more informative than what I had.

Once again, "Apologies."

1WW

Can't read everything, these things are always bound to happen. I guess the trick is to ensure it links to other related threads. 

I don't know if I want to leave this rock trusting someone elses build...you just never know...

[rdunk]

Well an obvious point - - anyone who is seriously planning for such a voyage should DEMAND complete open records relative to what has actually been discovered/learned about Mars to date.

No limited disclosure! No pussyfooting around. What is the real scoop, as real human lives are at stake.

Force the issue, and don't take no for an answer!

Don't let them you.


If they do, we will sic the on them.


Doesn't everyone agree that the Z's from the ferret are so so approprite, considering...........!!!

[robomont]

im thinkin lifer prison colony.australia 2.0 version.
whats minable and where.
humans go there and refined ore gets shipped back.
human pods are inside ore carrier and turn into shelter pieces upon arrival.then ship is stocked with purified metals for return trip.
otherwise why bother with humans.

[zorgon]

WHAT!!! NO TAKERS?

Be to old by 2023

Why can't we just use the JUMP GATE?

[zorgon]

Once again, "Apologies."

No biggie  here we just merge

[zorgon]

I was curious if there was such a drive available for this type of endeavor.

yes Mars is only a short hop... a couple months tops with conventional rockets but they are already using the ion drive. The star drive is too powerful for local use

but you make a very valid point about the 'Propulsion' device. Thinking something along the lines of some kind of "Fusion reactor" .

Fusion rocket was developed by Wisconsin/Madison in the 90's  That was one of the documents I posted at ATS that was dropped in Skunk Works

I am celebrating my 29th birthday for the 19th time ,,,,, LOL

AH! Devolution... explains much

[keyfoot]

I would apply gladly, since i am 21 and physically and mentally able, but sadly they have a 38$ fee for applying, which i dont trust...

[LSWONE]

Be to old by 2023

Why can't we just use the JUMP GATE?

Because not everyone can get passed the first set of doors in ES.
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