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Challenges of Human Space FlightThe presentations will be given during the X-Prize symposium, exploring the multi-faceted dimensions of spaceflight ranging from the technical developments necessary to achieve safe routine flight to and from and through space to the new personal business opportunities and economic benefits that will open in space and here on Earth. The symposium will delve into the technical, regulatory, market and financial needs and challenges that must be met in charting and executing the incremental developments leading to Personal Spaceflight and the opening of a Place Called Space. The presentation covers facets of human space flight including descriptions of life in space, the challenges of delivering medical care in space, and the preparations needed for safe and productive human travel to the moon and Mars.
Document ID
20060049139
Acquisition Source
Johnson Space Center
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Davis, Jeffrey R.
(NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Charles, John B.
(NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)
Date Acquired
August 23, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 2006
Subject Category
Space Sciences (General)
Meeting Information
Meeting: X-Prize Cup Competition
Location: Las Cruces
Country: Mexico
Start Date: October 20, 2006
End Date: October 21, 2006
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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