The European Space Agency and European Defence Agency prioritize advancements in Artificial Intelligence, propulsion technologies, and battery innovations to enhance Europe’s competitiveness in the space sector. The Voyage 2050 plan outlines these aims for missions up to 2050, with a strong emphasis on high-power thrusters.
The European Space Agency (ESA) and the European Defence Agency have outlined their technological development priorities for the upcoming years, emphasizing key innovations that will ensure Europe remains competitive in the space sector. Primary areas of focus include Artificial Intelligence (AI), advanced propulsion technologies, and innovations in battery technology.
At the recent European Space Conference, Carole Mundell, ESA’s science director, stressed the necessity of developing foundational technologies over the coming years. She highlighted that these advancements are crucial for future missions.
ESA’s long-term vision is embodied in the Voyage 2050 plan, which outlines the science and technology needs for missions from 2035 to 2050. A significant focus within this plan is on developing propulsion technologies, particularly high-power thrusters, to enable exploration of distant regions of space.
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