Overview
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Explore the resurgence of lunar exploration and humanity's future on the Moon in this 24-minute talk by Calum Hervieu, a Spacecraft Operations Engineer at PTScientists. Delve into the new era of space exploration dominated by private companies competing to make the next giant leap. Learn about the potential prizes driving this lunar race, including the exploitation of lunar resources and the challenges of establishing a human presence on the Moon. Discover insights on gravity's effects, health considerations for lunar inhabitants, and the evolving landscape of space exploration 50 years after the Apollo program. Gain a unique perspective on the intersection of private enterprise and space exploration as Hervieu shares his expertise from working on lunar surface mission definition.
Syllabus
Introduction
Kraft Arnold
A New Era
Lunar Resources
Gravity
Health
Taught by
The Royal Institution