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Castles in the Sky <\/b><\/h2>\n

Authors: Bryan Kuklinski, George Tyson, Bryan Athan<\/strong><\/p>\n

Presented at the 2024 NSMMS & CRASTE\u00a0Joint Symposia by Bryan Kuklinski and George Tyson. Abstract:\u00a0Orbital Construction Pioneers (OCP) is developing an orbital fabrication process for very large space structures that uses non-traditional methods and materials. The patent pending process takes a radical new approach on the geopolymer systems the ancient civilizations used to create large structures and monoliths using in-situ resources. This results in final structures that are flexible in design, and are adjustable to fit almost any mission, including storage, work platforms, long term habitats, and as vessels when attached to propulsion.<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Additive Manufacturing of Tactical Solid Rocket Engines<\/h2>\n

Authors: Bryan Kuklinski, George Tyson, Bryan Athan<\/strong><\/p>\n

Presented at the 2025 NSMMS & CRASTE Joint Symposia by George Tyson. Abstract:\u00a0Orbital Construction Pioneers, Inc (OCP), using the knowledge gained during the development of Stellamer, has been testing various OTS binders for suitability in solid rocket motors, and adaptability to an additive manufacturing process. This paper explains what we have discovered and provides a plan for future investigations.<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Solar System Wide Data Network<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Author: George R. Tyson<\/strong><\/p>\n

As humanity expands into the solar system all types of data will be crucial to the success of the endeavor. A Solar System wide data collection, analysis, and dissemination network similar to the terrestrial Internet of Things (IoT) or Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) must be constructed.<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Exploration vs Settlement in Space<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Author: Andrew W. V. Clark<\/strong><\/p>\n

This essay arises out of a discussion about the differences between Exploration Missions and Settlement Missions and the activities associated with each.<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Economic Imperative of Space Exploration and Settlement<\/h2>\n

Author: George R. Tyson<\/strong><\/p>\n

This essay addresses the economic imperative for creating a self-sustaining space-based economy.<\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Innovative Financing of a Large Space Project<\/h2>\n

Author: George R. Tyson & Andrew W.V. Clark<\/strong><\/p>\n

The way in which the SEP fits into the standard protocols used by the finance industry will be discussed. As the project proceeds to completion the issue of traditional financing with an Initial Public Offering will be addressed along with the possibility of bringing in one or more partners \u2013 either commercial or governmental.<\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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What is a geopolymer?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Discussion of basic Geopolymer concepts<\/p> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Castles in the Sky Authors: Bryan Kuklinski, George Tyson, Bryan Athan Presented at the 2024 NSMMS & CRASTE\u00a0Joint Symposia by Bryan Kuklinski and George Tyson. Abstract:\u00a0Orbital Construction Pioneers (OCP) is developing an orbital fabrication process for very large space structures that uses non-traditional methods and materials. The patent pending process takes a radical new approach […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-14","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","has-post-title","has-post-date","has-post-category","has-post-tag","has-post-comment","has-post-author",""],"builder_content":"

Castles in the Sky <\/b><\/h2>

Authors: Bryan Kuklinski, George Tyson, Bryan Athan<\/strong><\/p>

Presented at the 2024 NSMMS & CRASTE\u00a0Joint Symposia by Bryan Kuklinski and George Tyson. Abstract:\u00a0Orbital Construction Pioneers (OCP) is developing an orbital fabrication process for very large space structures that uses non-traditional methods and materials. The patent pending process takes a radical new approach on the geopolymer systems the ancient civilizations used to create large structures and monoliths using in-situ resources. This results in final structures that are flexible in design, and are adjustable to fit almost any mission, including storage, work platforms, long term habitats, and as vessels when attached to propulsion.<\/p>\n

Additive Manufacturing of Tactical Solid Rocket Engines<\/h2>

Authors: Bryan Kuklinski, George Tyson, Bryan Athan<\/strong><\/p>

Presented at the 2025 NSMMS & CRASTE Joint Symposia by George Tyson. Abstract:\u00a0Orbital Construction Pioneers, Inc (OCP), using the knowledge gained during the development of Stellamer, has been testing various OTS binders for suitability in solid rocket motors, and adaptability to an additive manufacturing process. This paper explains what we have discovered and provides a plan for future investigations.<\/p>\n

Solar System Wide Data Network<\/strong><\/h2>

Author: George R. Tyson<\/strong><\/p>

As humanity expands into the solar system all types of data will be crucial to the success of the endeavor. A Solar System wide data collection, analysis, and dissemination network similar to the terrestrial Internet of Things (IoT) or Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) must be constructed.<\/p>\n Download PDF <\/use><\/svg><\/em> <\/a>\n Download PDF <\/use><\/svg><\/em> <\/a>\n Download PDF <\/use><\/svg><\/em> <\/a>\n

Exploration vs Settlement in Space<\/strong><\/h2>

Author: Andrew W. V. Clark<\/strong><\/p>

This essay arises out of a discussion about the differences between Exploration Missions and Settlement Missions and the activities associated with each.<\/p>\n

Economic Imperative of Space Exploration and Settlement<\/h2>

Author: George R. Tyson<\/strong><\/p> This essay addresses the economic imperative for creating a self-sustaining space-based economy.\n

Innovative Financing of a Large Space Project<\/h2>

Author: George R. Tyson & Andrew W.V. Clark<\/strong><\/p> The way in which the SEP fits into the standard protocols used by the finance industry will be discussed. As the project proceeds to completion the issue of traditional financing with an Initial Public Offering will be addressed along with the possibility of bringing in one or more partners \u2013 either commercial or governmental.\n

What is a geopolymer?<\/strong><\/h2>

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