A Gateway for Human Space Exploration: The Next Step After ISS

The International Space Station (ISS) has been the first successful step in long-duration human operations in space. If astronauts are to travel eventually to Moon, Mars, and deep space, technical capabilities must be developed beyond those demonstrated on ISS. This is one of the priority goals of the Gateway, a facility and human operations site in the vicinity of the Moon, which in addition offers multiple opportunities for scientific programs that require the presence of astronauts.

Please join our Hangout, when our regular moderators, Tony Darnell and Harley Thronson will discuss with Nicole Herrmann and Ben Bussey, both of NASA Headquarters, current plans and schedule for this next step in humanity’s journey into space.

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[farside]

hi there just found your pod cast thxs

[BigBobsho]

What's the name of that painting in your thumbnail for your channel? I've seen it a few times but I have no idea what it's called or who painted it.

[TsarOfTheStar]

Should our own solar system be considered as deep space?

[andrewkelley]

I wonder if they have looked into any station to station long distance power transfer systems yet.

[cartoonvandal]

Why are Americans continually suprised when other coutries/agencies exceed their capabilities in certain areas?

[racerx]

Commercialism of Luna and beyond. Sad. It's not just where we go, it's how we get there.

[racerx]

The cross behind you shows your true beliefs. Very unscientific.