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Polaris as Private Gemini Program
- The Polaris program acts like a private Gemini program advancing SpaceX's human spaceflight capabilities beyond their current NASA-driven baseline.
- It targets developing new technologies such as EVA capability and higher orbit altitudes integral to future missions like Starship.
Using Dragon to Propel Starship Progress
- SpaceX prioritizes near-term customer requirements, so Polaris tackles capabilities currently lacking but critical for future Starship missions.
- Using Dragon as a testbed fast-tracks technology development that otherwise would wait for Starship's debut.
Mission Alignment with Mars Goal
- Polaris mission objectives must align with SpaceX's overarching goal to advance human Mars exploration.
- This alignment guides mission design to de-risk Starship technologies and accelerate elements critical for Mars-bound flights.