Project Description

The argument in this paper states that celestial expansion will follow the same principles as those which describe the survival and success of nations. We explore three key principles to which all nations must adhere if there are to endure. The argument does not overlook the role of umbrella organizations such as the United Nations, but it does imply and indeed relies upon the view that nation states are the legitimate political authorities, both terrestrially and celestially.

Read more: Modeling the Nation State In Space Commerce Diegelman Duncavage

This paper was first published as part of Space Commerce, The Inside Story, published by the Aerospace Technology Working Group (ATWG) and included on this site through the courtesy of ATWG, ISU and the individual authors.

For reference, we are also providing the front cover and table of contents.

Other extracts from this publication can be found here.