The **Parker Solar Probe** made history by flying closer to the Sun than any human-made craft without human involvement.
Experts, including **Lord Martin Rees**, suggest that the rapid development of robotics may reduce the need for **human astronauts** in future missions.
Robots have successfully reached every planet in our solar system, while humans have only visited **Earth's orbit** and the **Moon**.
While robotic missions are efficient, human presence adds an element of inspiration that machines cannot replicate, according to proponents of human spaceflight.
The debate continues on whether the future of space exploration will see a collaboration between humans and advanced AI **robots** or a complete transition to robotic missions.
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