The Future and Beyond BOOM! A rocket takes off from Space Coast sent by NASA, America’s best space exploration company. NASA has accomplished a lot since it was established in July 29th, 1958. The future of space is great and I believe NASA should be searching for a new place to call home, explore the mystical black holes, and a new source of energy to power the world and NASA’s researching and space needs. To kick off, one day Earth will no longer be here, but to prepare for that to happen NASA should be searching for new worlds that fit the needs of humans. With all the new technology we have today we could most likely look for a simple sign of an Earth 2.0. For example, the Hubble space telescope has found and took some pictures of a new …show more content…
Space X still thinks we should try to search out of our galaxy and beyond to find a new planet that we could call our own and live happily in it, but it seems as if NASA is on the right track with Mars. It is a possibility Space X and NASA could work together to look into planet travel. In addition, black holes have always been a space mystery and I think it is time we solve them. Black holes have always been known as some kind of tunnel or portal that could send us somewhere else or destroy us. NASA could send a heavily protected animal or object and see what happens to it. A recording device could also be sent with the object for top observation. Stephen Hawking also has a blundering idea about black holes. He was told that nothing could escape a black hole and everything that it sucked up was gone forever, but after a little bit of research he discovered that radiation could flow right of the black holes. We could possibly use the radiation coming off the black holes to find some certain details about where everything goes and what happens to it. Black holes could be the answer to a lot of things some people even believe time travel we just need NASA and others help to research …show more content…
For example, fossil fuels like gas. There have been studies in the world that have shown we could use different types of oils to run our cars or other types of travel techniques. There have been cars that run on biodegradable oils from food. Maybe NASA could find a new source of power that will never run out. NASA should search for new power sources that are also easy to get to and use. John Mankins has made a huge step towards this by offering a huge space station that gathers solar energy from the sun and converts it back to earth as a different source of energy. It would cost a lot of money, but in the long run it could save our planet from pollution and losing our energy. Space solar power can also be delivered to basically any place in the world, and its energy can be changed for local needs, such as manufacture of methanol or other things for use in rural places like farms where there are no electric power grids or power plants. Space solar power can also be used to convert our seawater in to fresh water. Since solar power could do this we wouldn’t have to worry about losing all of our fresh. All in all I believe NASA could easily send a machine like this up into space like they do all the time with satellites and rockets. Solar power panels can basically be put anywhere and could even run or transportation with maybe putting panels on top
INTRODUCTION Attention-getter: “Space travel benefits us here on Earth. And we ain’t stopped yet. There’s more exploration to come.” (Nichelle Nichols from Star Trek) Credibility: Throughout our childhood as we study space, solar systems, planets we all come to a point of having the dream of exploring the space or learn more about it in the future.
In the recent century what used to be science fiction is quickly becoming a reality. Things like the space shuttle, super computers and robots are coming out of Hollywood and into the real world. The most recent projection is the space elevator project. It consists of a 62,000 mile long cable elevator to the stars. This project which was previously believed to be impossible and absurd is now on the fast track to success. This recent success can be attributed to both new technological developments and the fact that project barriers are being demolished.
Alternative energy does not focus on the burning of fuel, nor the nuclear process. Alternative energy is basically an alternative to fossil fuels. Fossil fuels include coal, oil, or even natural gas. One day coal and oil will eventually run out, and the cost of these is getting more and more expensive by the day. We can reuse alternative energy, but no matter what energy sources we use, there will always be pros and cons.
These are the reasons why I believe there should be more investment in space research and technology. It would be a time consuming and financially draining quest, but the pay off in new technology, applications, resources, and expansion opportunities make it a goal to strive for. As our rate of consumption of Earth’s natural resources continues to increase, it is imperative that we invest in the research of outer space as a possible solution to sustaining the human race.
When talking about the current space program, Neil Degrasse Tyson once said, “I got angry with America, because advancing is not just something you do incrementally. You need innovation as well, so that your advances are revolutionary, not merely evolutionary” (Tyson 3). America used to have the top space program in the world. Being first to the moon excited the country and gave everyone a sense of pride and fulfillment. Lately, though, we have been falling behind in space exploration. A successful space program is needed in America, and here’s why: we are losing our grip on the title as the world superpower and a new age of economics and politics is coming faster than we are prepared for. To be prepared for this new age we need the funds,
This accomplishment along with the many of others has shed way for NASA, and other programs to do and create new things, once before thought to be impossible. For the US, as a country, these advantages in space exploration and experience in what NASA does, has set America above the rest of the world in space programs, making it one of the most prestigious on the globe. The space program has accomplished a tremendous amount of new scientific and technological beginnings. Remaining the leading force in air and space, NASA has been simulating public interest in science and technology in general, as well as aerospace exploration as a whole (Garber 1).
It is within man’s blood and nature to explore, and space is our next New World. Man’s first achievement in space travel was the launch of the Sputnik on October 4, 1957. For the next decades, space travel was roaring like a rocket, fueled by man’s desire to explore, man’s desire for knowledge, and man’s desire to beat his enemies. However, these impulses have died out as the well of government funding has been diverted to wars and debts, and the interest of the American people has been diverted to wars and debts. Amidst all these issues it is debated as to whether or not space travel is worth the money and the attention of scientists, particularly since humanity faces so many issues on earth currently. However, because of the past inventions, current services, and future benefits, space travel is indeed worth the money and attention of governments and people. It is within our hands to control man’s advancement, and space travel is the next venue to do so.
NASA’s research and innovation looked promising, but it came at a cost. Money, resources, and spacecraft accidents, most famously Apollo 13 all hindered NASA’s research. In the 21st century, the debate over funding for NASA is at its peak since the birth of the organization in 1958, especially when there are numerous problems throughout the world. Is the money spent on space exploration worth the advantages and advances it contributes to society? When considering this topic, one might ask themselves, why explore space?
Since the beginning of time, mankind has sought after learning about and exploring the universe. This yearning drove us to achieve such great things as the journey to the moon and the discovery of water on mars. Nowadays, several people argue as to whether or not space exploration is worth the effort. I believe that it is humanity’s instinctual nature to pursue a better understanding of ourselves, and our universe. Further understanding of our universe will lead to the discovery of new technologies and ways to secure humanity’s survivability. As such, this essay will argue that space exploration is a necessity to our kind and that NASA should be progressively more financed.
Understanding the complexities of space opened up new doors to advancements in astronautic technology. With the establishment of an organization that will dedicate its time and resources to the understanding of the vastness around us, brought the “final frontier” to our doorsteps. Government fundings proved to have a positive reflection in our understanding of space travel, and space itself. At the height of
Prevent dangerous climate change by phasing out fossil fuels (oil, coal, gas) and replacing them with clean renewable energy such as solar.
Sagan, Carl. “The Gift of Apollo.” Pale Blue Dot: A Vision of the Human Future in Space.
The 1960's brought new advancements for all of Earth. Machines and men were sent into space, and this sparked a new government agency, called NASA. Space was a new frontier, and virtually everyone was interested in exploring it. Over the years, the interest in space exploration has weakened, and NASA was almost terminated from existence, although there have been many advancements in it over that time. Space exploration should continue because it could help solve many problems on Earth, such as overpopulation and lack of resources. Exploration of the final frontier must continue in order for human life to continue.
“Sheltered as we are by Earth's atmosphere and magnetic field, which deflect lethal radiation from space, we are like coddled children who have never ventured into a tough neighborhood” (Folger 2). Humans have been fascinated with space since the beginning of our time. Just like children and rough neighborhoods, we have tackled obstacle over obstacle to make it home again. In the end, we have a better knowledge and strength than before. The future of space exploration can assist us in answering the everlasting question of how the universe came to be. The more we explore the infinite galaxies, the more we can scientifically discover and create new technologies as science advances. As we continue to discover, we can create new fields and occupations for aspiring young students like myself.
In the past 100 years, we have made much advancement in all areas of society. The way people live has changed drastically just in the past century. Technology in particular has advanced more in these last 100 years then all previous time combined. For example, because of the research done by many innovative and dedicated individuals such as the Wright Brothers who were the first to sustain flight in a powered airplane, we are able to fly all over the world in a matter of hours in jet propelled pressurized aircraft. One hundred years ago, the thought of man flying in a machine was insane. The Wright Brothers helped to realize the dream of manned flight. Many years later, after the idea of manned flight becoming a reality, space exploration was the next step. In 1969, many people did not believe what happened. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed on the moon. They posted an American flag, explored, collected space rocks and came back home. Many Americans did not believe that the technology existed to go that far. Today, several missions a year are launched using manned space shuttles that can be flown back to earth like gliders and reused on future space missions.