Motley Fool Money Best-of Interview: Tom Vice, CEO of Sierra Space
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Dec 22, 2024 Tom Vice, CEO of Sierra Space, discusses the exciting prospects of commercial space exploration and life in low Earth orbit. He reveals how microgravity could revolutionize biotech and other industries. The conversation touches on innovative concepts like renting space and the potential for a space-based fast-food model. Vice also highlights the synergy between commercial ventures and national defense, especially the importance of infrastructure and partnerships for future space projects.
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The Girl at Oshkosh
- At Oshkosh Airshow, a girl asked Tom Vice if space planes like airplanes would exist.
- Vice confirmed that with the Dream Chaser, that time has come.
Commercial Space Stations
- Commercial space stations will replace the ISS, enabling broader commercialization.
- This will focus on research and manufacturing, potentially leading to breakthroughs like the cancer drug Keytruda.
Microgravity Benefits
- Gravity is a strong force affecting crystallization. Microgravity enables purer crystals for biotech and materials science.
- This has applications in cell structures, drug absorption, glass production, and chip manufacturing.
