CLEAN : New breakthroughs expected in 2018 after Falcon Heavy: expert

The video discusses the excitement surrounding a rocket launch, highlighting its significance for both national security and commercial markets. It emphasizes SpaceX's role in transforming the space industry by reducing costs and increasing possibilities. The discussion also covers future opportunities in space exploration, including crewed vehicles by SpaceX and Boeing. The year 2018 is anticipated to be pivotal, with many breakthroughs expected from emerging companies.

What was one of the key impacts of the Falcon Heavy's maiden voyage?

• It led to the development of new space stations.

• It decreased the cost of space tourism.

• It resulted in the creation of new space laws.

• It increased interest in national security payloads.

How has SpaceX changed the space industry in the last five years?

• By increasing the cost of satellite launches.

• By monopolizing the space tourism market.

• By focusing solely on national security missions.

• By reducing the cost of access to space.

What is one potential outcome of reduced space access costs?

• More restrictions on space travel.

• Increased possibilities for human activities in space.

• Decreased interest in space exploration.

• Fewer commercial satellite launches.

Which companies are mentioned as developing the next generation of crewed vehicles?

• SpaceX and Boeing

• Virgin Galactic and Lockheed Martin

• NASA and Blue Origin

• Roscosmos and ESA

What is predicted for the space industry in 2018?

• A decline in commercial satellite launches.

• A slow year with few innovations.

• A fast-paced year with many breakthroughs.

• A focus on space tourism.