On Becoming a Space-Faring Civilization

Explore the future of human space exploration in this conference talk from Copenhagen Developers Festival, where Richard Campbell examines the technological advancements and challenges in becoming a space-faring civilization. Delve into recent developments in rocket design that have dramatically reduced space access costs, and investigate the practical considerations of establishing a sustained human presence beyond Earth. Learn about the critical technologies enabling space exploration, the logistical challenges of long-term space habitation, and the compelling reasons driving humanity's expansion into space. Discover how current innovations are shaping our path to becoming a multi-planetary species and understand the fundamental questions surrounding space colonization, from initial launch capabilities to sustainable off-world living solutions.