Laser-driven solar sails could one day carry spacecraft to distant stars, offering a path beyond the limits of conventional rockets.

But new research suggests that nature may have a few surprises in store as these vessels approach incredible speeds. In this episode, we explore the hidden challenges of interstellar travel and what they could mean for humanity's dream of reaching other worlds.

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