Sources of Hydrogen and Oxygen for settlements

From: spacesettlers@yahoogroups.com
[mailto:spacesettlers@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of makenamicro

> No, but mine shafts on the moon could be turned into "hotels",

One problem there, though. The mining technique recommended by the NASA
studies was a kind of strip mining from the surface. So unfortunately,
no shafts.

Of course, it's always possible that once we're there, we'll engage in
types of mining not foreseen by the NASA studies.

There are some lunar enthusiasts who hold out great hope for lunar lava
tubes. You might have a look around on the Internet for stuff related
to that.

> and robots could significantly reduce the initial mining costs.

It's certainly true that every year which passes by before we start,
robots and telepresence will be a greater part of the mix.

> I am only speaking generally, in that without a viable ROI,
> it doesnt seem possible to move forward.

Absolutely. It's the number one problem we have to solve: what is the
killer app for space that requires large numbers of people?

Regards,

Mike Combs