Icarus' Second Chance

Focusing on the evolution of space exploration over fifty years since Yuri Gagarin's flight, this critical analysis examines both the remarkable achievements, like the moon landing, and the tragic failures in astronautics. It delves into the strategic decisions and actions that have shaped space activities, assessing their impacts on the environment and humanity. The research, conducted by the French Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES) in collaboration with various organizations, aims to provide an ethical framework for understanding the consequences of space exploration.