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Manned Exploration, commonly referred to in NASA as Manned Flight, is any mission which involves the direct participation in space of a human being, be it as a pilot, specialist, or just a casual observer. The 2 most notable current MF programs are the International Space Station and the Space Shuttle. All NASA Manned Flight missions are directed from the main Mission Control Center in Houston, Texas, at the Johnson Space Center.
Unlike unmanned satellite programs, Manned Flight programs are much more stringently controlled , Higher QA and manufacturing controls, a LOT more documentation (reams....), and more procedural controls are the biggest differences, as the smallest mistake can lead to catastrophic failure leading to loss of crew, vehicle, or both.
In all cases where loss of life has happened (Apollo 1, Challenger and Columbia), one of those 3 elements was found to be lacking.
As one who worked NASA Manned Flight programs for many years, I can say that the awareness of the responsibility for us working those programs was extremely high. Everyone knows what the stakes are each time a manned mission flies - and everyone feels it if something goes wrong.
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What is the only place visited by manned exploration outside earth?
the moon
What is a likely goal for the near future of manned space exploration?
This question was posted on April 6, 2011. Here it is October of 2012, and I'm still waiting for the so-called "following" list of multiple choices to appear. If this keeps up, the near future of manned space exploration will be here before I can start selecting the right answer from it.
What was the name of the second space program?
The second American space program aimed at making further progress toward manned exploration of the Moon was the Gemini program.
Which Apollo missions were manned?
1,7-17 were manned apollo missions
Is aqua mission manned or unmanned?
Manned because man has to operate the equipment.
Which natural resource has made manned space exploration possible?
Fossil Fuels have made manned space exploration possible.
What is the only place visited by manned exploration outside earth?
the moon
The only place visited by manned exploration outside Earth is -?
moon baby :D
Will a spacecraft visit Jupiter in the future?
NASA has long term plans that include the exploration of Jupiter and its moons, and possibly a manned landing on one of the moons. A manned landing on Jupiter is not possible with our current level of technology.
What is a likely goal for the near future of manned space exploration?
This question was posted on April 6, 2011. Here it is October of 2012, and I'm still waiting for the so-called "following" list of multiple choices to appear. If this keeps up, the near future of manned space exploration will be here before I can start selecting the right answer from it.
What was the name of the second space program?
The second American space program aimed at making further progress toward manned exploration of the Moon was the Gemini program.
What has the author Farooq Hussain written?
Farooq Hussain has written: 'Living underwater' -- subject(s): Manned undersea research stations, Marine resources, Underwater exploration
Did the exploration done by man on Mercury?
Man has not physically been to Mercury but un-manned robots have been there. These robots have helped us to better understand our distant neighboring planet.
What has the author Ulrike Landfester written?
Ulrike Landfester has written: 'Humans in outer space-- interdisciplinary perspectives' -- subject(s): Manned space flight, Astronautics and state, Exploration
What has the author Jacques Cousteau written?
Jacques Cousteau has written: 'World without sun' -- subject(s): Underwater exploration, Marine animals, Manned undersea research stations
What advantages and disadvantages does a crewed space exploration and space probes?
Manned missions allow for real time interaction with the environment instead of waiting for sent commands to be processed, and confirmation returned. But manned missions require expensive, large habitable environments and support systems to keep the astronauts alive.
When was the first manned exploration of the moon?
The first lunar landing mission was Apollo 11, which sent astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin to the lunar surface on July 20, 1969.
