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One unanticipated opportunity for humanoid robots lies in their application within space exploration, particularly projects undertaken by SpaceX. The notion of mining resources such as water and helium-3 from celestial bodies presents vast economic potential. Helium-3, abundant on the Moon, could be used for fusion energy, opening up a new frontier in energy production. Estimates suggest that helium-3 on the moon could be valued between $2 to $15 trillion if practical fusion technology is developed.
Imagine a future where humanoid robots are deployed to operate in space, managing tasks associated with resource extraction, thereby fueling off-planet colonization. This scenario creates not just a new market but transforms our understanding of economic potential in the solar system.