The Wider Context of Space Exploration: A Futurist's Perspective

The report discusses the future of space exploration within societal, technological, and geopolitical contexts.

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The research method involves analyzing historical data, current trends, and potential future developments in society, technology, economy, environment, and politics, with a focus on their implications for space exploration.

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The report by Dr. Karlheinz Steinmüller examines the prospects of space exploration, considering societal trends, technological advancements, and geopolitical shifts. It outlines the historical context of space exploration visions and the evolution of public perception from early utopian visions to periods of disillusionment and renewed interest. The report highlights the importance of Europe finding its place in the 21st-century world to leverage and contribute to space exploration. It discusses the rise of China and India, the potential for a Sino-US space race, and the return of religion influencing views on humanity's place in the universe. The report also considers wild cards like breakthroughs in energy generation or biotechnology that could drastically alter the landscape. Ultimately, it suggests that space exploration is a long-term evolutionary process, with the 21st century being a pivotal time for humanity to step out of Earth's gravity well.

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Categories: 2020 time horizon | 2020s time horizon | Asia geographic scope | English publication language | Europe geographic scope | Global geographic scope | United States geographic scope | european positioning | geopolitical shifts | global competition | long-term evolution | public perception | religious values | societal trends | space exploration | strategic thinking | technological advancements | wild cards