Mega-Drivers to Inform NASA Space Technology Strategic Planning

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Mega-Drivers to Inform NASA Space Technology Strategic Planning

Melanie L Grande / Matthew J Carrier / William M Cirillo / Kevin D Earle / Christopher A Jones / Emily L Judd / Jordan J Klovstad / Andrew C Owens / David M Reeves / Matthew A Stafford

Abstract

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) has been developing a new Strategic Framework to guide investment prioritization and communication of STMD strategic goals to stakeholders. STMD’s analysis of global trends identified four overarching drivers which are anticipated to shape the needs of civilian space research for years to come. These Mega-Drivers form the foundation of the Strategic Framework. The Increasing Access Mega-Driver reflects the increase in the availability of launch options, more capable propulsion systems, access to planetary surfaces, and the introduction of new platforms to enable exploration, science, and commercial activities. Accelerating Pace of Discovery reflects the exploration of more remote and challenging destinations, drives increased demand for improved abilities to communicate and process large datasets. The Democratization of Space reflects the broadening participation in the space industry, from governments to private investors to citizens. Growing Utilization of Space reflects space market diversification and growth. This paper will further describe the observable trends that inform each of these Mega Drivers, as well as the interrelationships between them within STMD’s new Strategic Framework.

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Title :

Mega-Drivers to Inform NASA Space Technology Strategic Planning

Contributors:

Melanie L Grande (author) / Matthew J Carrier (author) / William M Cirillo (author) / Kevin D Earle (author) / Christopher A Jones (author) / Emily L Judd (author) / Jordan J Klovstad (author) / Andrew C Owens (author) / David M Reeves (author) / Matthew A Stafford (author)

Conference:

AIAA SPACE and Astronautics Forum and Exposition ; 2018 ; Orlando, FL, US

Publication date :

2018-09-17

DOI :

https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2018-5137

Type of media :

Conference paper

Type of material :

No indication

Language :

English