Nasa reveals funding for futuristic space technology

Nasa has announced a new round of funding for a series of futuristic projects to get humans into deep space. Many sound like they come straight from the pages of a science fiction novel. From'magnetoshells' that can give probes a soft landing to a space habitat that puts astronauts in a deep sleep, the projects aim to increase the space agency's ability to fly farther and faster. Nasa has announced a new round of funding for a series of futuristic projects to get humans into deep space. From'magnetoshells' that can give probes a soft landing to a spacecraft that puts astronauts in a deep sleep, the projects aim to increase the space agency's ability to fly farther and faster The eight technology projects are part of Nasa's Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) Program, with each receiving as much as 500,000 for a two-year study.