article_snippet: While the distance was relatively small, Technology  could someday pave the way for mankind to tap the vast amount of solar energy available in space and use Technology  here on the Earth.
article_snippet: While the distance was relatively small, Technology  could someday pave the way for mankind to tap the vast amount of solar energy available in space and use Technology  here on the Earth . '
article_snippet: But the Japanese research offers the possibility that humans will one day be able to farm an inexhaustible source of energy in space.
article_snippet: But it could take decades before we see practical application of the technology - maybe in the 2040s or later,' the Jaxa spokesman said. '
article_snippet: There are a number of challenges to overcome, such as how to send huge structures into space, how to construct huge structures and how to maintain huge structures.'
article_snippet: once the stuff of science-fiction – could be available sooner than expected if Japan has Japan way .
article_snippet: But in space, scientists believe Japan could transform the way we generate energy.
highlights_snippet: Technology may someday help tap vast solar energy available in space .
  