the isecg global exploration roadmap
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The ISECG Global Exploration Roadmap. Kathy Laurini 21 May 2012. Presentation Contents. Introduction to the Global Exploration Roadmap Plans for community engagement Global Exploration Roadmap contents Goals and objectives Mission scenarios Near-term preparatory activities Conclusion. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
The ISECG Global Exploration Roadmap
Kathy Laurini21 May 2012
Presentation Contents
Introduction to the Global Exploration Roadmap
Plans for community engagement
Global Exploration Roadmap contents• Goals and objectives• Mission scenarios• Near-term preparatory activities
Conclusion
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Introduction to the Global Exploration Roadmap
The first iteration of the Global Exploration Roadmap (GER) was released by ISECG in September 2011 Second iteration planned Sept 2012
The GER reflects the international effort to collaboratively define technically feasible and programmatically implementable exploration mission scenarios with the common goal of humans on the surface of Mars Asteroid Next, Moon Next
GER serves as a non-binding reference for agencies to inform near-term decisions related to exploration preparatory activities
12 space agencies participated in the GER development
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Participating Agencies
The GER framework enhances coordination and cooperation of global human space exploration activities by enabling discussion of these key areas
Goals and objectivesLong-range mission scenariosNear-term opportunities for coordination and cooperation
The contents of the GER reflect agency discussion on the technical factors driving space exploration plans and programs
Informs agency decisions regarding preparatory activities Informs agencies interested in partnerships
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The GER Framework
Seeking Community Engagement
The first iteration of the GER will be updated by agencies to reflect evolving policies and plans and consensus on exploration scenario planning work
Multiple opportunities for input will be provided with each GER iteration Main expectations for second iteration planned for end 2012/early 2012
• Reflecting consensus on any updates to asteroid next and moon next scenarios• Reflecting any ISS Partnership decisions regarding additional uses of ISS for
exploration• 2nd iteration will maintain at least 2 mission scenarios considered technically
feasible and programmatically implementable
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Common Goals in the GER
Common goals are needed, but recognized individual agency goals are what is important to an agency• Search for Life• Extend Human Presence• Perform Space, Earth, and Applied Science• Perform Science to Support Human Exploration• Develop Exploration Technologies and Capabilities• Stimulate Economic Expansion• Enhance Earth Safety• Engage the Public in Exploration
GER reflects common goals and supporting objectives These are to be iterated and will reflect agency/national priorities
Economic ExpansionA Sustained Presence -
Extending Human FrontiersNew Knowledge in Science and
Technology A Global Partnership Inspiration and Education
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Supporting Objectives Captured in the GER
Long-Range Strategy and Mission Scenarios
The GER defines a common long-range exploration strategy• Start with ISS and work towards humans sustainably exploring the surface of
Mars
The common long-range strategy identifies two feasible pathways• Asteroid Next and Moon Next
Each pathway is elaborated through a “mission scenario” to enable discussions of exploration concepts and approaches which meet our common objectives
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Two Pathways in a Common Strategy
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ISS( LEO)Earth-Moon Lagrange L1
Mars Surface
Astreroid
Mars Orbit
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Lunar Surface Asteroid
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Lunar Surface
Next Steps
Mars: Ultimate Goal for All
Scenarios
LEO & ISS
Deep Space Habitat at Earth-Moon Lagrange Point
Near-term Focus on Guiding Capabilities, Technologies and Leveraging ISS
Long-term Focus is Discovery Driven and Enhanced by Emerging Technologies
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Strategic Principles Guide Mission Scenarios
Capability driven framework – follow a step-wise approach to evolving capabilities
Exploration value – generate public benefits and meet exploration objectives
International partnerships – provide early and sustained opportunities for diverse partners
Robustness – provide resilience to programmatic and technical challenges
Affordability – take into account budget constraintsHuman/Robotic partnership – maximize synergy
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Asteroid Next To Mars with an Asteroid as the Next Step
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Key Features
Targeted utilization of the ISS to advance capabilities needed for human exploration
Continued availability of access to LEO through commercial or government provided capabilities
Opportunities to demonstrate human operations in cis-lunar space, enabling missions like satellite servicing
Early deployment of the deep space habitat to Lagrange point, allowing demonstration of habitation and other key capabilities in a deep space environment
Progressively longer demonstrations of the ability to live without the supply chain from earth
Technology Pull for in-space propulsion, advanced life support and power generation
Two asteroid missions, each with crew of 4, and a robotic precursor
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Cis-Lunar Servicing & Deployment
To Mars with an Asteroid as the Next Step
ISECG Mission Scenario20
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ISS Utilization & Capability Demonstration Deep Space Exploration
Future Human Mission
Low Earth Orbit
Cis-Lunar
Near-Earth Objects
ISS Operations
Missions and DestinationsOpportunities for Commercial or International Platforms
Step 1
Opportunities for Commercial or International Cis-Lunar Missions
Moon
Robotic Exploration
Precursorto First NEA
Precursorto Second NEA
Robotic Exploration
Robotic Exploration
Key Enabling Capabilities
Future Human Mission
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Exploration Test Module
Robotic Precursor MissionRobotic MissionTechnology Demonstration
Commercial Cargo
SLS/Heavy Launch Vehicle
NGSLV
Commercial Crew
MPCVDeep Space Habitat
Cryogenic Propulsion Stage Advanced In-Space Propulsion
Space Exploration Vehicle
Servicing & Support Systems
Crewed flights to Exploration Test Module
Step 2
First Human Mission to a NEA
Second Human Mission to a NEA
Crewed visits to DSH
Crewed visits to DSHIncreasing duration
Mars System
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Moon Next To Mars with the Moon as the Next Step
Key Features
Targeted utilization of the ISS to advance capabilities needed for human exploration
Continued availability of access to LEO through commercial or government provided capabilities
Targeted science and ISRU efforts which build on knowledge from recent and planned robotic precursors
Early deployment of both medium and large cargo landers, to deliver human-scale robotic systems
Five “extended-stay” missions at the polar region, each with a crew of 4 Demonstration of long-distance surface mobility needed for Mars exploration Technology pull for technologies such as dust management and mitigation
techniques, precision landing, and advanced life support Lunar campaign followed by one mission to a Near Earth Asteroid Lunar campaign can be extended if discoveries warrant
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Robotic Exploration
Robotic Exploration
Lunar Exploration
To Mars with the Moon as the Next Step
ISECG Mission Scenario
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ISS Utilization & Capability Demonstration Deep Space Exploration
Low Earth OrbitISS Operations
Missions and Destinations
Small Scale
Opportunities for Commercial or International Lunar Missions
Opportunities for Commercial or International Cis-Lunar Missions
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Key Enabling Capabilities
Commercial Cargo
Servicing & Support Systems
NGSLV
Commercial Crew
Cryogenic PropulsionStage
Lander Ascent Stage
Lunar Surface Elements
Moon
Near-Earth ObjectsPrecursor
to TBD
Cis-Lunar
Step 1
Step 2
Opportunities for Commercial or International Platforms
Crewed visits to DSH
Human Scale Human Enabled
Future Human Mission
Robotic Exploration
Crewed flights to Exploration Test Module
Mars System
Robotic Precursor MissionRobotic MissionTechnology Demonstration
Deep Space Habitat
Human Mission to a NEA
Space Exploration Vehicle
SLS/Heavy Launch Vehicle
MPCV
Lander Descent Stage
Communication AssetsMedium Cargo Lander
Exploration Test Module
Near-Term Opportunities for Coordination and Cooperation
Significant resources are being expended around the world to prepare for human space exploration
Agencies seek opportunities to leverage these investments through knowledge of partner priorities and partnerships: coordination and cooperation
The Global Exploration Roadmap framework facilitates achieving alignment with emerging global consensus on exploration scenarios
Five opportunity areas have been identified• Use of ISS for Exploration• Space Systems and Infrastructure Development• Robotic Precursor Missions• Advanced Technologies• Analog Activities
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Priority GER Discussion Topics for 2012
Maximize use of ISS in support of exploration• Technology demonstration• Demonstrating reliability and maturity of critical capabilities• Human health management for long duration missions• Operational simulations
Early design reference missions in both Asteroid Next and Moon Next scenarios• Inform requirements development and agency studies
Sharing agency priorities for advanced technology investment areas• Look for partnership opportunities and areas considered
underfunded
Priority GER Discussion Topics for 2012 (cont)
Defining human space exploration knowledge gaps for each destination• Increase synergy between human and robotic science exploration• Increase awareness of role of robotic missions as precursors
Conclusion
The ISECG is a non-binding agency coordination forum, enabling dialogue and producing products that inform individual agency decision makers
The GER reflects agency collaboration in order to identify technically feasible and programmatically implementable approaches to sustainable space exploration• Responding to common goals, respecting individual agency goals• Reflecting agency interests and envisaged long-term roles• Enabling discussions to advance international cooperation
ISECG agencies, including NASA, will communicate their work openly in order to promote interest and engagement in space exploration activities throughout society
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Back Up Charts
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The Global Exploration Strategy
The Global Exploration Strategy: A Framework for Coordination was documented in 2007 by 14 space agencies
Vision is for a globally coordinated and sustainable human and robotic space exploration effort to destinations that humans will someday live and work
Delivering benefits in 5 thematic areas:• Science and Technology• Sustained Presence in the Solar System• Economic Expansion• Global Partnerships• Inspiration and Education
Envisioned a coordination mechanism to promote the vision• International Space Exploration Coordination Group (ISECG)
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ISECG Terms of Reference
Work collectively in a non-binding, consensus-driven manner towards the further development and implementation of the Global Exploration Strategy• Providing a forum for discussion of interests, objectives and plans• Providing a forum for development of conceptual products• Promoting interest and engagement around the world• Enabling multilateral or bilateral partnerships
Principles• Open and Inclusive• Flexible and Evolutionary• Effective• Mutual Interest
Focus work on products considered important to enabling timely individual agency decision-making
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