Offers a holistic mission portfolio addressing near-term to far-term transportation needs

Introduces a vehicle configuration classification scheme

Includes a step-by-step approach using a parametric flight vehicle sizing methodology

Presents representative infographics, roadmaps, and design case studies

Discusses simulation results concerning vehicle integration, propulsion systems, space launch and in-space operation, as well as the outlook for future technologies

Inhalt
Overview.- Our progress appears to be impeded.- Commercial near-Earth space launcher: a perspective.- Commercial near-Earth launcher: propulsion.- Earth orbit on-orbit operations in near-Earth orbit, a necessary second step.- Earth-Moon system: establishing a Solar System presence.- Exploration of our Solar System.- Stellar and interstellar precursor missions.- View to the future and exploration of our Galaxy.