Consider This from NPR The New Space Race Is On - And Everyone Is Headed To The Moon
Aug 25, 2023
Michelle Hanlon, the Executive Director of the Center for Air and Space Law at the University of Mississippi, dives into the new global space race focusing on lunar exploration. She discusses India's successful soft landing on the moon's south pole and its implications for international competition. With multiple nations eyeing lunar water, Hanlon explores the evolving legal landscape surrounding space. The dynamics between the U.S. and China are also examined as more countries and private entities ramp up their space ambitions.
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Previous Lunar Landing Attempts
- Many countries have attempted lunar landings, including Russia's recent Luna 25 crash.
- Other failed attempts include missions by Israel and Japan.
Renewed Interest in the Moon
- There's a renewed interest in the moon, particularly its South Pole.
- The potential for water ice there makes it valuable for future space exploration.
Resource-Driven Space Race
- The current space race is about resources, unlike the earlier prestige-driven race.
- Lunar resources are limited, making access crucial for future space endeavors.