When
7:30 p.m., Nov. 17, 2008
Where
Kuiper Space Sciences Bldg. 308
Dante Lauretta, Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, is the scheduled speaker.
Over 5000 asteroids exist in near-Earth space. Many of these objects are more easily accessible than the surface of the Moon. These bodies record the ancient history of our Solar System. They also represent the largest potential natural disaster facing mankind. In addition, they represent significant natural resources for space exploration in the form of water, hydrocarbons, metals, and building materials. Over the coming decades, these objects may be the target of intense exploration to discern their ancient history and pave the way for large-scale human settlement of space.
Over 5000 asteroids exist in near-Earth space. Many of these objects are more easily accessible than the surface of the Moon. These bodies record the ancient history of our Solar System. They also represent the largest potential natural disaster facing mankind. In addition, they represent significant natural resources for space exploration in the form of water, hydrocarbons, metals, and building materials. Over the coming decades, these objects may be the target of intense exploration to discern their ancient history and pave the way for large-scale human settlement of space.
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