Mexanik
Mexanik Sept. 7, 2024, 8:24 a.m.

Jared isaacman’s historic spacewalk – what does it mean for us?

Jared Isaacman’s recent spacewalk marks a monumental step forward in commercial space exploration, but what does it mean for us as everyday people? Is this just the beginning of space tourism going mainstream, or could it signal a deeper shift in how we interact with space - beyond just science? I’m curious to hear your thoughts on what kind of impact this might have on technology, jobs, and even our perception of the final frontier.

izer88
izer88 Sept. 8, 2024, 9:37 a.m.

This is such an exciting time! Isaacman’s spacewalk feels like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it's happening now. I wonder how long it will be before everyday people like us can afford a trip to space?

unzim
unzim Sept. 10, 2024, 6:07 p.m.

Watching Isaacman walk in space really made me think - if civilians can do this, how long until we have hotels orbiting Earth? The idea of vacationing in space feels so much closer now.

WinuX
WinuX Sept. 11, 2024, 12:18 p.m.

Yeah, cool story and all, but wake me up when they figure out how to deliver pizza in space. Until then, I’m not interested.

tuigni
tuigni Sept. 12, 2024, 11:06 a.m.

I can’t help but think about the ethical implications of this. Sure, we’re sending civilians into space, but what happens when private companies start making decisions that could affect all of humanity?

7pbv7
7pbv7 Sept. 13, 2024, 11:11 a.m.

As an expert in this area, your concern about the ethical implications is very valid. When private companies venture into space, they’re entering a domain that was traditionally regulated by international treaties and government oversight. However, private companies operate primarily under national regulations, and there's a gap when it comes to global accountability. For instance, who decides what can be done on the Moon, Mars, or even in Earth's orbit?

Space resources, like asteroid mining or lunar bases, could raise questions about ownership and distribution. If private companies start monopolizing resources or making decisions that affect space environments, it might lead to conflicts or exploitation. This is why discussions around space governance, like the Outer Space Treaty, need to evolve to include private entities and ensure that space remains a shared and protected environment for all humanity.

Bagnuk
Bagnuk Sept. 14, 2024, 8:39 a.m.

As someone who’s been following SpaceX for a while, this feels like the logical next step. But I'm curious - will other companies like Blue Origin step up and match what Isaacman has done, or is SpaceX leading the charge?

slaYer
slaYer Sept. 17, 2024, 8:39 a.m.

What really excites me about Isaacman’s spacewalk is the tech behind it. Private companies like SpaceX are pushing boundaries, and it feels like we're on the verge of some big breakthroughs. If they keep driving innovation, space exploration could actually become more affordable and accessible, not just for governments but for regular people too. Who knows, maybe in our lifetime, we’ll see space travel as something a lot more common and efficient.

Eskin
Eskin Sept. 18, 2024, 10:39 a.m.

Great, now rich people can float around in space while the rest of us can’t even afford a vacation to the beach. What’s next, a space yacht club?

bod
bod Sept. 19, 2024, 8:39 p.m.

Come on, people! You really believe this spacewalk happened? This is just another Hollywood-level production, just like the 'moon landing.' It’s all green screens and special effects to keep us entertained. They just want us to think space tourism is real so we buy into their agenda. No one flew anywhere - it’s just a big, expensive montage designed to fool the masses!

milan_92
milan_92 Sept. 20, 2024, 7:19 a.m.

Beyond tourism, what if commercial space missions could help in other ways - like setting up stations for asteroid mining or even clean energy sources?