Our project examined the feasibility of establishing a lunar outpost. This included analysis of Earth to moon transportation, sustainability, uses for the moon, and the potential effects on humanity. We determined that the moon is a viable option for private companies to explore due to the opportunities in establishing life-supporting systems, harvesting fuel for alternative energy, and experimental studies. The lunar outpost would have its greatest effect on humanity by providing alternative energy sources and detection of near earth objects.

• This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.

Creator

• Ball, Ian M.
• Dawson, Andrew Wade
• Jenkinson, Stephen Michael
• Bauer, Joseph Brian

Subject

• Innovation
• Industry
• Infrastructure
• Sustainability

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-050211-111109

Keyword

• Science--Study and teaching
• Space vehicles

Advisor

• Humi, Mayer

Year

• 2011

Date created

• 2011-05-02

Location

• Worcester

Resource type

• Interactive Qualifying Project

Rights statement

• In Copyright