Technical programme

03. Robotic Precursors to Human Exploration

Robotic precursors have always prepared the way for human followers. Missions that are conceived as science missions or primarily as human precursor missions offer the opportunity to close key knowledge gaps in preparing for human exploration. This session will examine key knowledge gaps for each destination and the contribution of recently completed or planned robotic missions to closing those gaps. It will also explore concepts for maximizing the return on any robotic mission in preparing for future human missions.