Space Mining: Humanity's Quest for Equity

Hamid Jahankhani; David V. Kilpin; Eustathios Sainidis; Maria A. Pozza

doi:10.1007/978-981-95-5543-7

Space Mining: Humanity's Quest for Equity

Hamid Jahankhani (Editor), David V. Kilpin (Editor), Eustathios Sainidis^* (Editor), Maria A. Pozza (Editor)

^*Corresponding author for this work

Newcastle Business School

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Abstract

This book examines the emerging industry of extracting resources from celestial bodies, focusing on the ethical, legal, and technological challenges involved. As private companies and national agencies pursue the untapped potential of asteroids and the Moon, the book explores who stands to benefit and how this can be achieved responsibly and sustainably.

It addresses critical questions surrounding equity in resource extraction and whether space will remain a shared domain or become a battleground for economic and geopolitical competition. The book also highlights the role of technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing in improving transparency and accountability in space mining operations.

In addition to technological insights, the book examines gaps in international space law and offers governance models to guide future activities, ensuring that the exploitation of space resources benefits all humanity.

Ideal for policymakers, industry professionals, academics, and those curious about the future of space exploration, Space Mining: Humanity’s Quest for Equity provides a balanced analysis of the opportunities and risks involved in space mining.

This book invites readers to consider how humanity’s role in the cosmos can align with principles of fairness, sustainability, and long-term stewardship.

Original language	English
Place of Publication	Singapore
Publisher	Springer
Number of pages	208
Edition	1st
ISBN (Electronic)	9789819555437
ISBN (Print)	9789819555420, 9789819555451
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-95-5543-7
Publication status	Published - 16 Feb 2026

Publication series

Name	Space Law and Policy
Publisher	Springer
ISSN (Print)	2662-9054
ISSN (Electronic)	2662-9062

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Keywords

Space regulation
Drones & UAVs
Cyberattacks and countermeasures in space
Space governance
Space, technology and innovation
Responsible space behaviour
Securing geospatial technology
Space exploration
Satellite forensics
Space debris mitigation
Space law and regulations
Data security and forensics

Research Group keywords

Law in Emerging Contexts: Space, Global Sustainable Futures and Technology

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From Terrestrial to Space Mining: Logistics, Regulation, and Transparency Through Artificial Intelligence
Kilpin, D. V., Jahankhani, H. & Sainidis, E., 16 Feb 2026, Space Mining: Humanity's Quest for Equity. Jahankhani, H., Kilpin, D. V., Sainidis, E. & Pozza, M. A. (eds.). 1st ed. Singapore: Springer, p. 1-22 22 p. (Space Law and Policy).
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From Terrestrial to Space Mining: Logistics, Regulation, and Transparency Through Artificial Intelligence

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