Topic: Space Resources
Speaker: Dr. James Johnson
Brewery: Holidaily Brewing Company
Our speaker–also a current PhD candidate at the Colorado School of Mines–will discuss how the identification, extraction and utilization of space resources can enable sustainable human presence beyond Earth.
Drawing on principles of self-sufficiency, growth and functional independence, the first principles of habitation–sustenance, shelter, sanitation and psychology–can be connected with the emerging field of in-situ resource utilization (ISRU). The discussion will examine what makes a resource viable, how ISRU-derived materials might support exploration, and who the customers for these capabilities could be. By integrating technical concepts, economic frameworks, policy considerations and evolving mission architectures, this Talk will frame a pathway from early exploratory missions to progressively “living off the land” in space.
An evening hosted by Golden Beer Talks centers around a brief, informative and entertaining presentation by an expert on an irresistibly enticing topic. Each event features beer for sale from one of our local breweries, along with a variety of delicious food and drink offerings from the Buffalo Rose kitchen and bar.
It's Golden's own grassroots version of TED talks for the benefit of our own local community--and just for the fun of it. Golden Beer Talks is a nonprofit venture focused on three favorite local things--Golden and Beer and Talking! Learn more at www.goldenbeertalks.org.
Location:
Buffalo Rose
1119 Washington Avenue (Map)
