ESA will soon launch first-ever probe to orbit another planet's moon

Plus: China develops train ticketing app for 140+ countries, shuns US dollar [Blueprint]( In just a few days, the European Space Agency (ESA) will launch its [first mission to explore Jupiter](. On April 13 at 8:15 am EDT (12:15 GMT), the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer, known as JUICE for short, will lift off from Europe's Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. Following a lengthy interplanetary voyage, JUICE will eventually arrive in Jupiter’s orbit by 2031. But before we reveal any more of the ‘JUICE’y details, here’s [your video of the day]( , which explores what makes three buildings earthquake-proof. Good morning. I’m Sade, an Editor at IE. This is The Blueprint. Let's get going! Last Sunday, Blueprint subscribers heard all about what we now know about how concrete can power our homes. Don't miss out — [subscribe to IE+]( today to receive exclusive interviews, features, and much more. VIDEO OF THE DAY [What makes these 3 buildings earthquake-proof?]( [What makes these 3 buildings earthquake-proof?]( These three buildings from three different nations make quite the case MUST READ [ESA]( [ESA will soon launch the first-ever probe to orbit another planet's moon]( Europe will launch its first probe mission to Jupiter on April 13. The Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) mission is set to reach Jupiter's orbit in 2031. The 6.6-ton (6 metric tonnes) solar-powered probe will make a series of flybys of Ganymede, Europa, and Callisto—three of Jupiter's four major Galilean moons—all of which are believed to have oceans of liquid water beneath their icy surfaces. But what’s so significant about studying the Galilean moons? Well, their discovery significantly impacted how we understood the cosmos. They've helped us to realize that not all cosmic objects orbit around Earth, proving that Earth is not the universe's center of gravity. [Read More]( SCIENCE [1 in 6 will be unable to conceive a child, new WHO report estimates]( A new World Health Organization (WHO) report released this week found that one in six people worldwide, or 17.5 percent of the adult population, may experience infertility. The survey also noted that there was little regional variation in the prevalence of infertility. In other words, infertility does not discriminate. Despite this, the majority of those impacted come from the middle and lower classes of society for a variety of factors, including high costs and a lack of available resources. Infertility therapy and diagnosis options are largely unavailable and underfunded. [Read More]( INNOVATION [China develops train ticketing app for 140+ countries, shuns US dollar]( A new train ticketing system developed in China may combine multiple ticket-selling platforms from more than 140 different countries into a single smartphone app. However, it will work with Swiss francs— not U.S. dollars. The system offers data support features like liquidation, electronic payment, and income verification. Since March 15, passengers have been able to order tickets using their cell phones, and Laos is the first country to adopt the program. Additionally, the main servers, which are located in China, can handle requests from visitors from all over the world in a variety of languages. [Read More]( TRANSPORTATION [H2Fly is one step closer to realizing true liquid hydrogen flight]( Cryogenic hydrogen refueling has been successfully tested on the ground by the manufacturer of hydrogen-powered aircraft, H2Fly. The company's upcoming test flights require this as a critical prerequisite. If the test flights are successful, a significant step will be achieved toward more environmentally friendly long-haul flights in the future. Currently, some experts believe that hydrogen is the only viable alternative to fossil fuels since others, including pure electricity, are impractical. This is due to a number of variables, such as the weight of batteries, making hydrogen power a potential 'holy grail.' [Read More]( MAIL & MUSINGS Now Europe has plans for its first-ever mission to Jupiter. What are your views on the U.S.’ current lead in space exploration? [It's not necessary for the U.S. to continue to lead space exploration]( [It’s essential that the U.S remains leader in space exploration]( [It makes little difference which country leads space exploration]( [I’m not sure]( YESTERDAY'S RESULTS Yesterday, we told you the world’s first fleet of self-driving commuter buses is underway in good ol’ Edinburgh and asked if you would feel comfortable commuting in one. A majority (59 percent) said why not. 59% Sure, why not 22% No, autonomous transport is not for me 11% I'm not sure 7% Depends if it's free QUOTE OF THE DAY “Strive for perfection in everything you do. Take the best that exists and make it better. 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