Not only is the ISS the current focus of human spaceflight for many nations, it provides the opportunity to perform research, demonstrate key technologies, and test operational capabilities and procedures for exploration. This session will examine efforts ongoing, planned and potential for maximizing the use of ISS to prepare for exploration.
Co-chairs : Derechin Alexander G. (Dr.), Raftery Michael
Scientific highlights from past missions, and goals of planned future missions will be discussed. This session will review concepts for missions to the Moon, ranging from robotic orbiters and landers to eventual human missions. Staging posts which enable human missions will be discussed. The role of robots in preparing for human exploration of the moon will be discussed, as well as the important tasks for humans and robots working together on the lunar surface.
Co-chairs : Piedboeuf Jean-Claude (Dr.), Craig Mark
Speakers :
Dell'Agnello Simone (Dr.), Fonseca Jose (Prof.Dr.), Kasper Justin (Dr.), Kruzelecky Roman (Dr.), Neal Clive (Prof.) (confirmed), Shearer Charles (Dr.), O'Brien Brian J. (Prof.)
Speakers :
Burfeindt Juergen (Dr.), Claasen Friedhelm, Faragalli Michele, Hofmann Peter (Dr.), Heldmann Jennifer (Dr.), Lavagna Michèle (Dr.), Lazio Joseph (Dr.), MacDowall Robert (Dr.)
Concepts for Robotic and Human Missions to the Moon
Co-chairs : Piedboeuf Jean-Claude (Dr.), Karabadzhak George , Korsmeyer David (Dr.)
Speakers :
Brown Kendall (Dr.), Donahue Benjamin, Francesconi Pietro (Dr.), Ghafoor Nadeem (Dr.), Hopkins Josh, Hufenbach Bernhard, Keravala Jim, Kiker Edward, Post Kevin, Shiraki Kuniaki (Dr.), Zoest Tim van (Dr.)
Lunar Surface Outposts and Enabling Technologies
Co-chairs : Piedboeuf Jean-Claude (Dr.), Pace Scott (Dr.), Blamont Jacques
Rapporteurs : Thangavelu Madhu
Speakers :
Akin David (Prof.Dr.), Bolkunov Alexei, De Kestelier Xavier, González-Cinca Ricard (Dr.), Junhua Feng, Pestak Christopher, Ramachandran Narayanan (Dr.), Sanders Gerald, Thangavelu Madhu, Weiß André
Poster Session
Speakers :
Sagliano Marco, Eubanks Thomas Marshall, Cohen Marc (Dr.), Gharib Nima, JOHN NESTER OLUSOJI, Dong Guangliang (Prof.), SANJEEVIRAJA THANGAVEL, Ladewig David, Qu Xin (Dr.), Smirnova Julie (Dr.), Kochemasov Gennady, Khaibullin Marvat (Dr.), Bose Parmita, Brown Kendall (Dr.), Mueller Robert, Dawar Sameer, Oyama Daniel, Joslyn Thomas (Dr.), Crawford Ian (Dr.)
03. Robotic Precursors to Human Exploration
Robotic precursors have always prepared the way for human followers. Missions that are conceived as science missions or primarily as human precursor missions offer the opportunity to close key knowledge gaps in preparing for human exploration. This session will examine key knowledge gaps for each destination and the contribution of recently completed or planned robotic missions to closing those gaps. It will also explore concepts for maximizing the return on any robotic mission in preparing for future human missions.
Co-chairs : Wargo Michael (Dr.), Graziano Mariella
This session addresses where robotic and human elements contribute to deliver value greater than either working alone. The session will examine how robotic systems (tools, rovers, etc) can improve the range, safety, duration or cost of human exploration – from on-orbit telepresence to assistance and autonomy on the surfaces of the Moon, asteroids and Mars. Concepts of operation for joint human/robotic activities will be reviewed.
Co-chairs : Ghafoor Nadeem (Dr.), Perino Maria Antonietta (Dr.)
Co-chairs : Ghafoor Nadeem (Dr.), Perino Maria Antonietta (Dr.)
Rapporteurs : Hodgson Edward
Speakers :
Baroff Lynn, Deans Matthew (Dr.), Francis Raymond, Gonthier Yves (Dr.), McGuire Jill, Osborne Jeffrey R., Oshinowo Layi
Human Reach via Robotic Presence
Co-chairs : Ghafoor Nadeem (Dr.), Perino Maria Antonietta (Dr.)
Speakers :
Ambrose Robert (Dr.), Burns Jack (Prof.), Haidegger Tamas (Dr.), Lester Daniel (Dr.), Schmidt George (Dr.), ZHOU Jian-yong
Poster Session
Speakers :
Vigneron Adam (Mr.), Bolonkin Alexander (Dr.), Emeldyashcheva Olga, Hendrikse Jeffrey (Dipl. Ing.), Lee Pascal (Dr.)
05. From Earth Missions to Deep Space Exploration
This session will deal with the past successes and future goals of exploring deep space and how we pave the way from current missions to the future human exploration of the Earth-Moon-Mars space. It will analyze existing research roadmaps for robotic and human exploration or those under elaboration enabling ultimately a human mission to Mars. The alignment of these roadmaps with the long-range mission scenarios analyzed by ISECG will be assessed. The session will further look at sounding rockets, LEO and GEO spacecraft, examining how they can be used to develop and demonstrate technologies that will feed into deep space exploration.
Speakers :
Smith Tabitha, Obousy Richard (Dr.), Taini Giacomo, Hewitt Robert, Chen Lue, Swan Peter (Dr.), Chati Yashovardhan, Ha Yue, Klesh Andrew (Dr.), JOHN NESTER OLUSOJI
06. Exploration of Near Earth Asteroids
Scientific highlights from past missions, and goals of planned future missions will be discussed. This session will review concepts for missions to near Earth asteroids, ranging from robotic missions to eventual human missions. Staging posts which enable human missions will be discussed. The role of robots in preparing for human exploration of asteroids will be discussed, as well as the important tasks for humans and robots working together at the asteroid.
Speakers :
Abercromby Andrew (Dr.), Boden Ralf, Chappell Steve (Dr.), Dunham David (Dr.), Kundrot Craig (Dr.), Landis Rob, Laurini Kathy, Messidoro Andrea, Prado Jean-Yves
Precursor Missions to NEAs
Co-chairs : Friedensen Victoria, Ulamec Stephan (Dr.)
Rapporteurs : Reed Cheryl
Speakers :
Bellerose Julie (Dr.), Johnson Les, Landis Rob, Laurin Denis (Dr.), McCarthy John (Dr.), Michel Patrick (Dr.), Yoshikawa Makoto (Dr.)
Planetary Defense
Co-chairs : Reed Cheryl , Ulamec Stephan (Dr.)
Rapporteurs : Friedensen Victoria
Speakers :
Cheng Andy (Dr.), Ge Shen, Matsumoto Kohtaro, Melamed Nahum (Dr.), Pattamukkil Jowin Varghese, Wie Bong (Prof.)
Poster Session
Speakers :
Arratia Juan (Dr.), Lillie Charles (Dr.), Abe Masanao (Dr.), Liqiang Hou, Daly Michael (Prof.)
07. The Human Space Exploration Value Proposition
What are the benefits of human space exploration, how can investments bring benefits to the global stakeholder community? How does the need to ensure a steady delivery of value to stakeholders influence mission definition?
Speakers :
Crawford Ian (Dr.), Cremins Tom, Hufenbach Bernhard, Lewis Ruthan (Dr.), Phillips Lynn (Dr.), Sherwood Brent, Suzuki Nantel, Unland John
Poster Session
Speakers :
Crandall BC, Donoviel Dorit (Dr.), Woodcock Gordon, Beck Beth, Piedboeuf Jean-Claude (Dr.), Martin Annie, Wegeng Robert
08. Exploration of Mars
Scientific highlights from past missions, and goals of planned future missions will be discussed. Furthermore, this session will review concepts for missions to the Mars system, ranging from robotic missions to human missions. The role of robots in preparing for human exploration of Mars will be discussed, as well as the important tasks for humans and robots working together on and near Mars.
Co-chairs : Ehrenfreund Pascale (Prof.), Ulamec Stephan (Dr.)
What are the key enabling technologies? How do we ensure they are available to support future missions? How does technology readiness affect exploration mission planning and timing? Presentation of various roadmaps for technology development to support space exploration programs will be organized.
Speakers :
Davidian Ken, Ehrenfreund Pascale (Prof.), Krupiarz Christopher, Lewis Ruthan (Dr.), Marwaha Vinita, Rey Daniel, Ross Howard (Dr.), Saccoccia Giorgio, Vaccaro David
Technology Development Concepts
Co-chairs : Culbert Chris, Falker Jay
Rapporteurs : Lange Christian (Dr.)
Speakers :
Donahue Benjamin, Gargioli Eugenio, Hay Jason, Ju Gwanghyeok (Dr.), Lange Christian (Dr.), Sato Naoki, Thompson Robert, Velidi Gurunadh
Enabling Technologies for Exploration
Co-chairs : Lange Christian (Dr.), Vangan Scott
Speakers :
Bacsardi Laszlo, Davarian Faramaz (Dr.), Dennehy Cornelius, Kundrot Craig (Dr.), Lange Christian, Mercer Carolyn (Dr.), Miller Kevin, Teti Frank
Advancing Propulsion Technologies
Co-chairs : Karabadzhak George , Schmidt George (Dr.)
Rapporteur : Lange Christian (Dr.)
Speakers :
Johnson Les, Ellerbrock Hartwig, Joyner Claude, Feili Davar (Dr.), Borowski Stanley (Dr.), Fischhaber Lucas, Houts Michael (Dr.), Howe Steven (Dr.), Brasuell Daniel
10. Life support Challenges for Human Space Exploration
Robust and reliable life support systems represent one of the major challenges in preparing for deep space exploration missions. Current results, research and theories leading to meeting the challenges of providing food, water and shelter will be discussed.
Co-chairs : Hovland Scott, Moore Christopher (Dr.)
It is widely acknowledged that the Moon and the asteroids hold the promise of untapped resources beyond Earth orbit, from mineral riches to potentially enabling resources for exploration, such as hydrogen and oxygen. This session will include discussion of timelines, mission concepts and economic analyses associated with lunar and asteroid mining, including scientific, technological and economic challenges. Synergies with near-term international mission opportunities planned over the next decade will also be discussed. Finally, what role can terrestrial mining organizations play in enabling or accelerating resource utilization, given the challenging and lengthy timescales of space exploration?
12. Participatory Exploration for Inspiration and Education
How can we motivate and involve the public? Concepts and ideas for involving this key stakeholder group in the planning and implementation of space exploration missions will be discussed. How can we turn the fascination about exploring the unknown into effective and sustainable education initiatives for the next generation? Lessons learned from past efforts, including results of successful initiatives and future plans will be discussed
There is currently little legislation to govern space exploration. The Outer Space Treaty and the Moon Treaty have their limits. What are the legal issues with space exploration, and exploitation, and what mechanisms can be proposed to address them?
Present and future regulation of space exploration and exploitation: general issues
Co-chairs : Jorgenson Corinne, Nyampong Yaw (Dr.)
Rapporteurs : Johnson Christopher
Speakers :
Hansen Rik, Johnson Christopher, Li Bin (Prof.), Mayence Jean-François, Nyampong Yaw (Dr.), Rummel John D. (Prof.), Shandilya Toshit, Troegeler Mildred, Weeks Edythe (Prof.), White Wayne
Specific legal issues of space exploration and exploitation
Co-chairs : Jorgenson Corinne, Nyampong Yaw (Dr.)
Rapporteurs : Johnson Christopher
Speakers :
De Man Philip, Force Melissa K., Glaspell Barry, Guven Ugur (Dr.), MATAS Attila, McMurry James Russ , Mukhija Ketan, Pelz Christopher, Pop Virgiliu, Pozza Maria, Rendleman James
Poster Session
14. New Business Models for Space Exploration
Public-Private Partnerships, as well as Commercial and Entrepreneurial models that have been proposed for Space Exploration will be examined. What is the role of governments vs. commercial industry and how can they contribute to each other’s success?
Co-chairs : Raftery Michael, Sallaberger Christian (Dr.)
As human and robotic exploration missions become increasingly complex, space agencies turn to partnerships to realize their goals and objectives. Contributions of multiple partners will become critical for the success of future exploration missions and the overall effort, resulting in interdependency. Such interdependency may need to be realized and managed at various levels (i.e. exploration road-mapping and planning, exploration architecture, individual exploration missions, exploration capability development, and mission operations. This session will analyze driving needs and concepts for interdependency and examine the enablers, barriers, opportunities and lessons learned in establishing an effective interdependent partnership.
NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) will offer an unsurpassed capability for human and scientific missions beyond low-Earth orbit. As the first exploration-class launch vehicle since the Saturn V, the SLS will help astronauts expand the boundaries that have limited us for the last 40 years. From launching planetary probes and astronomical observatories, to the first human trips to asteroids and Mars, the SLS will provide the volume and lift capability to perform international missions such as those outlined in the Global Exploration Roadmap. Set to fly in 2017, this capability will open a new era of discovery from the unique vantage point of space.
Human Health and Performance: Mitigating Risk for Space Flight and Improving the Quality of Life on Earth
This panel will discuss managing human health and performance risks for spaceflight and how this work contributes significantly to improving the practice of medicine, environmental health monitoring and technology development here on earth. The highest human health risks for exploration missions will be introduced, along with insight into efforts to understand and mitigate the risks. The panel will discuss the benefits of this work for improving our quality of life on earth, including recent partnerships with academia, industry and governments resulting in earth/space benefits, and application to the terrestrial practice of clinical and remote telemedicine. Topics discussed include radiation, behavioral health, nutrition, ultrasound applications and mobile health applications.
Moderator : Davis Jeffrey R. (Dr.)
Organizer : Bopp Genie
Speakers :
Crusan Jason, Damann Volker, Davis Jeffrey R. (Dr.), Dinges David (Prof.), Menon Anil, Semones Edward J., Smith Scott (Dr.)
Utilization of Off-Earth Resources: The Challenges Ahead
The panel will discuss the state of knowledge regarding the ability to confirm availability and use off-Earth resources, including commercial and scientific endeavors. They will discuss the current challenges related to resources on asteroids, the Moon and other bodies. They will discuss the potential contributions of human and robotic spaceflight to meeting these challenges.
Organizer : Liebermann Randy
Speakers :
Elvis Martin (Dr.), Griffin Michael (Dr.), Hoffman Jeffrey (Prof.), Jones Tom (Dr.), Lisse Casey, Sanders Jerry
The ISECG Global Exploration Roadmap: Why is it Important and What Capabilities are Needed
This panel seeks a concentrated discussion on the GER, looking for innovative solutions and ideas to advance its strategy for coordinated human and robotic exploration. It will have two sub-panels. The first subpanel will discuss the GER itself and the impact of its development and release. The second will discuss the capability driven approach reflected in the GER; taking a step wise approach to developing advanced capabilities by building on demonstrated capabilities and maturing technologies. What near term capabilities can be developed to take the first international steps beyond low Earth orbit?
Organizer : Free James
The ISECG Global Exploration Roadmap: Missions and Technologies Advancing Towards Mars
This panel seeks a concentrated discussion on the GER, looking for innovative solutions and ideas to advance its strategy for coordinated human and robotic exploration. It will have two sub-panels. The first will focus on design reference missions, both early and long term. Discussing missions which meet the GER’s common goals and objective will highlight the benefits provided by advanced technologies. The second will focus on technology challenges for enabling human Mars missions with a discussion on what agencies are investing in today that can lead to the advanced technologies that will eventually be essential for a sustainable and affordable international space exploration effort. It will discuss how early deployment of many of these technologies will significantly enhance our ability to explore intermediate destinations such as the Moon and asteroids.
Moderator : Creech Steve
Organizer : Creech Steve
Speakers :
Hopkins Josh, Thronsen Harley, Lester Daniel (Dr.), Martinez Roland, Drake Brett, Creech Steve, Culbert Chris, Saccoccia Giorgio, Schmidt George (Dr.), Lange Christian
The ISECG Global Exploration Roadmap: Destinations and Commercial Markets
This panel seeks a concentrated discussion on the GER, looking for innovative solutions and ideas to advance its strategy for coordinated human and robotic exploration. It will have two sub-panels. The first will discuss destination specific activities. What can be done at each location and what value will it bring in meeting common goals and objectives. The second panel will focus on commercial market opportunities which may be created with the future exploration missions.
Moderator : Sallaberger Christian (Dr.)
Organizer : Parker David
Speakers :
Murrow David, Richards Bob, King David, Andrews Dana, Griffin Mike (Dr.), Shiraki Kuniaki (Dr.), Craig Mark
Lunar Frontiers - preserving lunar history and gaining science through government-commercial collaboration
NASA and GLXP representatives will provide additional information and answer questions related to their joint efforts to preserve lunar history and ongoing lunar science. The panel will also highlight other lunar developments in public-private partnerships .