Summary Colonization of Mars: As humans gradually overcome technological challenges of
deep space missions, the possibility of exploration and colonization of extraterrestrial …

The increasing number of small satellites has resulted in greater consideration of electric
propulsion (EP) as potential thruster systems. Of these, ablative pulsed plasma thrusters …

Many commentators have suggested that we are witnessing the advent of a 'New Space
Age'. In addition to the opportunities presented, this New Space Age also brings challenges …

We are living in a point in the history of science and technology, where space travel for
research and settlement is inevitable. As the utmost crucial technology pieces for leaving …

A manned mission to Mars and the establishment of the first human settlement in outer
space was once a mere figment of science fiction but is now being planned and expected to …

A human mission to Mars is planned by public and private agencies. It is broadly discussed
and studied by scientists in such fields as medicine and aerospace engineering. Less …

Abstract The “Final Frontier” is the Cosmic Order of Coloniality. The frontier, the final frontier,
the new frontier, the endless frontier–all oft-used analogies for outer space. This cosmic …

Plasma and metamaterials: what new advances in space micro-propulsion systems can they
bring when used together? The aim of this concise review article is to attract attention of the …

As we look beyond our terrestrial boundary to a multi-planetary future for humankind, it
becomes paramount to anticipate the challenges of various human factors on the most likely …

How do we account for norm (non-) compliance in complex situations of global governance?
Instead of emphasising power and diverging interests, this research note develops an …