Ra: future policy directions and a strategic framework for solar research and applications
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The International Space University's 1996 Summer Session Solar Probe Design Project culminated in the production of a report on the future of solar exploration and applications entitled 'Ra: The Sun for Science and Humanity.' This contains a three-part plan for international solar exploration and applications which sets down short-term, medium-term and long-term goals. In the long-term section, participants emphasize the integration of solar warning and forecasting with space physics research and programmes to connect solar physics with long-term changes in the Earth's climate.
Publication Name: Space Policy
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0265-9646
Year: 1997
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Missions to the outer solar system and beyond
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The second IAA symposium on interstellar space exploration was held in Aosta, Italy, on June 29-July 1, 1998. The papers presented showed the need for a space-based infrastructure in the Earth-lunar volume. Among the space-based structures proposed are the laser-pushed lightsail propulsion system, solar sails and antenna-based technologies. One paper discussed the need for a new propulsion system which would allow significant accelerations with acceptable strains and stresses, while another paper showed a possible analogues between supersonic and superluminal flights
Publication Name: Space Policy
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0265-9646
Year: 1998
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Space as a frontier - the role of human motivation
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This article examines commercial space activity. The author specifically examines the role of technology, legislation and human motivation that supports the exploration of space as a frontier.
Publication Name: Space Policy
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0265-9646
Year: 1999
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