Space Mining and Its Regulation

by Joseph N. Pelton, Ram Jakhu, Yaw Otu Mankata Nyampong

This book addresses the complex technical challenges presented by remote space mining in terms of robotics, remote power systems, space transport, IT and communications systems, and more. It also addresses the difficult oversight and regulatory issues that face states and non-state enterprises that would take on the perilous task of obtaining natural resources from the Moon and asteroids.

An increasing number of countries are becoming...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 331939245X
• ISBN13: 9783319392455
• Release Date: August 2016
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 181 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.2" x 9.6"