United State space programs - Present and plannedThe U.S. space program is considered with reference to the benefits derived by the public. Missions are divided into three categories: the use of near-earth space for remote sensing, communications, and other purposes directly beneficial to human welfare; the scientific exploration of the solar system and observation of the universe as part of the continuing effort to understand the place of earth and man in the cosmos; and the investigation of the sun-earth relationships which are basic to the terrestrial biosphere. Individual projects are described, and it is suggested that the future of space technology in 1978 is comparable to the future of aviation in 1924.
Document ID
19790027311
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Frosch, R. A. (NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1978
Subject Category
Astronautics (General)
Report/Patent Number
IAF PAPER 78-301
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Astronautical Federation, International Astronautical Congress