San Antonio, TX, Jul 23, 2024 –
Returning humans to the Moon requires capabilities beyond launch and landing. Near-term challenges include site selection and landing safety. The long-term objective is the establishment of a sustainable lunar economy capable of supporting permanent human presence. This objective depends on defined operational frameworks, surface infrastructure, and technologies designed for continuous use rather than short-duration missions.
This video documents a site visit to Astroport Space Technologies in San Antonio, Texas. During the visit, Astroport Founder and CEO Sam Ximenes presents the company’s technical approach, development priorities, and long-term objectives related to lunar surface operations. The discussion expands on topics not covered in earlier material and provides additional technical and strategic context.
Astroport is one of several organizations addressing the engineering and operational requirements associated with permanent lunar activity. The discussion reflects ongoing efforts to align technology development, infrastructure planning, and mission operations in support of sustained lunar presence. The content provides context for how current engineering decisions inform future off-Earth infrastructure development.