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We, the undersigned, urge the establishment of NASA programs for the commercial development of cis-lunar space including:
- cis-lunar transportation
- lunar surface equipment
- harvesting of lunar polar ice
- orbital propellant and servicing depots
- an initial crewed lunar base to support ice harvesting and processing operations
Specifically we urge the establishment of the following programs:
- Commercial Cis-lunar Transportation Service
- Commercial Lunar Surface Operations
- Commercial Cis-lunar Supply Service (lunar and orbital)
- Commercial Lunar Crew
We believe that these programs will:
- serve the needs of NASA
- serve and expand commercial markets
- permanently and economically open up the solar system to human settlement.
We believe that the recent cost-effective and ongoing success of NASA's commercial programs have validated these public-private ventures and so gives good reason to extend this approach so that the Moon becomes included in our economic sphere.
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February 24, 2013
I honestly did not think this would gain this much steam but here we are and it is wild to see people actually thinking about orbital depots as a real thing we can do. It feels like the whole conversation is finally shifting toward the moon being part of our actual backyard which is just cool.
Reached 100 supporters
February 24, 2013
71 Comments
The success of the CRS program for commercial cargo to the ISS sets a great precedent for using the same model for advancing lunar infrastructure development.
I have said the utilization of lunar water for exploration is a NO BRAINER. The first step is to demonstrate the efficient mining of water ice. ISRU Scientist
Only the propellent/oxident produced from lunar material will permit viable manned spaceflight throughout the solar system, given current reaction-mass engine technologies.
Retired science school teacher that wanted to go to the Moon in the 1970s. Forget about the billions to visit Mars, lets spend it for a permanent presence on the Moon!
Lunar COTS is the last chance for America to keep its lead in Lunar exploration. This quick and low cost strategy is the only realistic way that America can prevent China becoming the dominant player on the Moon in the 2020s.
I have said the utilization of lunar water for exploration is a NO BRAINER. The first step is to demonstrate the efficient mining of water ice. ISRU Scientist
A practical step towards future missions to Mars and beyond. Reduces cost significantly and paves a permenanat base for future Outer Space missions
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Final supporters
We, the undersigned, urge the establishment of NASA programs for the commercial development of cis-lunar space including:
- cis-lunar transportation
- lunar surface equipment
- harvesting of lunar polar ice
- orbital propellant and servicing depots
- an initial crewed lunar base to support ice harvesting and processing operations
Specifically we urge the establishment of the following programs:
- Commercial Cis-lunar Transportation Service
- Commercial Lunar Surface Operations
- Commercial Cis-lunar Supply Service (lunar and orbital)
- Commercial Lunar Crew
We believe that these programs will:
- serve the needs of NASA
- serve and expand commercial markets
- permanently and economically open up the solar system to human settlement.
We believe that the recent cost-effective and ongoing success of NASA's commercial programs have validated these public-private ventures and so gives good reason to extend this approach so that the Moon becomes included in our economic sphere.
(Please comment about what you do and your thoughts on Lunar COTS)
Updates
February 24, 2013
I honestly did not think this would gain this much steam but here we are and it is wild to see people actually thinking about orbital depots as a real thing we can do. It feels like the whole conversation is finally shifting toward the moon being part of our actual backyard which is just cool.
Reached 100 supporters
February 24, 2013
71 Comments
If we had to fuel aircraft for a return trip before departure, London to Syndey would be served by Rutan Voyagers, not Airbus 380s.- and fewer of them.
The success of the CRS program for commercial cargo to the ISS sets a great precedent for using the same model for advancing lunar infrastructure development.
I have said the utilization of lunar water for exploration is a NO BRAINER. The first step is to demonstrate the efficient mining of water ice. ISRU Scientist
Only the propellent/oxident produced from lunar material will permit viable manned spaceflight throughout the solar system, given current reaction-mass engine technologies.
Retired science school teacher that wanted to go to the Moon in the 1970s. Forget about the billions to visit Mars, lets spend it for a permanent presence on the Moon!
Lunar COTS is the last chance for America to keep its lead in Lunar exploration. This quick and low cost strategy is the only realistic way that America can prevent China becoming the dominant player on the Moon in the 2020s.
I have said the utilization of lunar water for exploration is a NO BRAINER. The first step is to demonstrate the efficient mining of water ice. ISRU Scientist
A practical step towards future missions to Mars and beyond. Reduces cost significantly and paves a permenanat base for future Outer Space missions
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If we had to fuel aircraft for a return trip before departure, London to Syndey would be served by Rutan Voyagers, not Airbus 380s.- and fewer of them.