The future of manned spaceflightThis paper examines the future of manned spaceflight in context of past accomplishments and possible future benefits of space exploration. Three technological advances mentioned are a device called the rotating wall vessel, also known as the 'bioreactor,' which allows the study of the growth of cells in three dimensions; the use of microgravity to produce high-quality electronic, magnetic, and superconducting thin films; and mining of helium-3 from the lunar surface for use in future fusion reactions with deuterium. The author then makes recommendations on how NASA should meet the challenges of manned spaceflight.
Document ID
19940020585
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Cohen, Aaron (NASA Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1993
Publication Information
Publication: National Academy of Engineering, The Future of Aerospace: Proceedings of a Symposium Held in Honor of Alexander H. Flax