Scenarios about 'space policy'
The framework of laws, regulations, and strategies that govern activities in outer space, established by nations and international bodies. Space policy encompasses decisions about exploration programs, satellite deployment, planetary defense, resource utilization, and the militarization of space. It reflects geopolitical dynamics, technological capabilities, and visions for humanity's future beyond Earth, often serving as a critical divergence point in alternate history scenarios.
What If The Columbia Never Disintegrated?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Space Shuttle Columbia didn't break apart during re-entry in 2003, potentially altering NASA's trajectory, space exploration priorities, and the development of commercial spaceflight.
What If The International Space Station Was Never Built?
Exploring the alternate timeline where international cooperation in space collapsed after the Cold War, preventing the construction of humanity's most ambitious orbital laboratory and permanently altering the trajectory of human spaceflight.