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NASA to announce private space shuttle deal
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around NASA's upcoming announcement regarding partnerships with private companies, specifically Boeing and SpaceX, for transporting astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). The scope includes implications for human spaceflight and the potential for commercial space travel.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- NASA plans to announce a partnership with the private sector for astronaut transport to the ISS.
- Reports suggest that Boeing and SpaceX will receive contracts from NASA for this purpose.
- One participant humorously questions whether this development means tickets to the ISS will be available for purchase.
- Another participant expresses enthusiasm about the announcement, highlighting the inspirational role of Elon Musk in advancing the aerospace industry and its potential impact on future generations.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express excitement about the announcement and its implications, but there is no consensus on the broader impacts or future accessibility of space travel for the general public.
Contextual Notes
Uncertainties remain regarding the specifics of the contracts and the timeline for implementation, as well as the broader implications for commercial space travel.
Who May Find This Useful
Individuals interested in aerospace developments, commercial space travel, and the role of private companies in space exploration may find this discussion relevant.
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Boeing and SpaceX will be awarded NASA contracts to transport astronauts to and from the international space station, CNN has learned.
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Drakkith
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Does this mean I'll be able to buy a ticket to the ISS now?
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Thank you for the heads up. This is quite encouraging and in many areas not just aerospace. I'm profoundly pleased Elon Musk has raised the bar yet again in achieving legitimacy. He is an inspiration to budding scientists and I hope as well to budding businessmen. Something like making a difference that will go down in history and be fun and exciting while doing it may not replace the current paradigm of ruthless greed, but it is certainly a step in the right direction, one away from the practice of "placing the toilet in the dining room".