SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology- Space Tourism

This book provides a comprehensive examination of the significance of space tourism for sustainable human development. It introduces current technological capabilities and feasible solutions, analyzes potential market opportunities, and presents detailed cost assessments. In addition, it proposes risk mitigation strategies, discusses the design of space tourism services, and offers recommendations for government policy formulation. Covering theoretical, technological, economic, and policy dimensions, this book serves as an excellent resource for researchers, academics, and both graduate and undergraduate students in space science and technology who wish to gain a deeper understanding of space tourism. It also offers valuable insights for the private space tourism industry through its thorough account of key aspects, including technological solutions and service design.