Economic rhythms,Maslow Windows and the new space frontier |
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Authors: | Kruti Dholakia-Lehenbauer Euel Elliott Bruce Cordell |
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Institution: | 1. Department of Economics, Northwood University, Cedar Hill, TX, USA;2. University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX, USA;3. Fullerton College, Orange County, CA, USA |
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Abstract: | This paper explores the possible relationship between space exploration and long swings in the economy and socio-technical systems. We posit that the early phases of long upswings are characterized by periods of optimism and the spirit of adventure that provided a motivation for large-scale explorations and other great infrastructure projects in the past. These Maslow Windows help us understand prior eras of exploration and cultural dynamism, and offer a hopeful scenario for space exploration in the next two decades. We offer some observations as to what the exploratory thrust might look like, including a return to the lunar surface combined with other activities. Of course, we also point out that the next great wave of space exploration will almost certainly have a much more international flavor than has heretofore been the case. |
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