Introduction: A New Frontier in Space Exploration As humanity extends its reach into the solar system, a once-fictional idea is rapidly becoming a scientific possibility—asteroid mining. The concept refers to the extraction of valuable minerals, metals, and volatiles from asteroids, small rocky bodies orbiting the Sun. While once the realm of science fiction, asteroid mining…
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly critical role in space exploration and development. As humanity ventures further into the cosmos, AI is proving to be an indispensable tool for automating tasks, optimizing spacecraft operations, analyzing vast amounts of data, and assisting astronauts. Beyond space exploration, AI’s influence on the space economy will drive…
Introduction Space tourism, once a concept limited to science fiction, is rapidly becoming a reality. Companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Virgin Galactic are pioneering commercial space travel, making it possible for private individuals to experience space. While still in its infancy, space tourism is expected to have significant economic and technological impacts in the…