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National Aeronautics and Space Administration Budget Estimates, Fiscal Year 2011The Budget includes three new robust exploration programs: (1) Technology demonstration program, $7.8 five years. Funds the development and demonstration of technologies that reduce the cost and expand the capabilities of future exploration activities, including in-orbit refueling and storage. (2) Heavy-Lift and Propulsion R&D, $3.1 billion over five years. Funds R&D for new launch systems, propellants, materials, and combustion processes. (3) Robotic precursor missions, $3.0 billion over five years. Funds cost-effective means to scout exploration targets and identify hazards and resources for human visitation and habitation. In addition, the Budget enhances the current Human Research Program by 42%; and supports the Participatory Exploration Program at 5 million per year for activities across many NASA programs.
Document ID
20110011578
Acquisition Source
Headquarters
Document Type
Other
Date Acquired
August 25, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 2010
Subject Category
Astronautics (General)
Report/Patent Number
PB2011-101887
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
Keywords
Civil space programs
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

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