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Space exploration and colonization - Towards a space faring societyDevelopment trends of space exploration and colonization since 1957 are reviewed, and a five-phase evolutionary program planned for the long-term future is described. The International Geosphere-Biosphere program which is intended to provide the database on enviromental changes of the earth as a global system is considered. Evolution encompasses the anticipated advantages of such NASA observation projects as the Hubble Space Telescope, the Gamma Ray Observatory, the Advanced X-Ray Astrophysics Facility, and the Cosmic Background Explorer. Attention is given to requirements for space colonization, including development of artificial gravity and countermeasures to mitigate zero gravity problems; robotics and systems aimed to minimize human exposure to the space environment; the use of nuclear propulsion; and international collaboration on lunar-Mars projects. It is recommended that nuclear energy sources be developed for both propulsion and as extraterrestrial power plants.
Document ID
19910046039
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Hammond, Walter E.
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center; Sverdrup Technology, Inc. Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1990
Subject Category
Astronautics (General)
Report/Patent Number
TABES PAPER 90-1303
Accession Number
91A30662
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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