Early In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) Leading to Robust Sample Return and Human Exploration Missions
Abstract
ISRU to make propellants from Mars resources should be pursued early due to the benefits to Mars sample return and human exploration and synergism with lunar and Mars science objectives. Existing hardware can be used for a low cost/low risk demo 2018.
- Publication:
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Concepts and Approaches for Mars Exploration
- Pub Date:
- June 2012
- Bibcode:
- 2012LPICo1679.4208S