The first commercial space station, Haven-1, is now undergoing assembly for launch

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NASA's Commercial Space Station Program Sees Haven-1 Space Station Take Shape Ahead of Launch.

Vast Space, one of the companies competing in NASA's commercial space station program, is now undergoing assembly for launch. The company's chief executive, Max Haot, said that he expects the space station to be ready for a crew by mid-2027.

Haven-1, the first commercial space station, is designed to provide short-duration stays in low Earth orbit. It will serve as a stepping stone for longer-term missions and will likely play an important role in NASA's plans to replace the International Space Station.

According to Haot, NASA has not yet formally published rules and requirements for the follow-on stations being designed and developed by several different private companies. However, he said that the company is making progress on its space station, which includes a thermal control system, propulsion, interior shells, and avionics.

Haot also mentioned that the company is in deep negotiations with both private individuals and nation-states for crew members, but has not yet announced any details. He said that Vast Space wants to ensure that there is continuous human presence in low Earth orbit after the International Space Station is retired.

The company's vision for the future of space exploration includes unlocking the orbital economy through in-space manufacturing and other activities. Haot said that whoever can provide a platform with flight crew, facilities, and power will be the one unlocking this potential.

Vast Space has received over $1 billion in funding to develop its space station and other commercial ventures. The company's plan is to have two commercial space stations operating by 2030, which could potentially serve as a stepping stone for longer-term missions.

While the company faces significant competition from other private companies and government agencies, Haot said that he believes Vast Space has a strong shot at success due to its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.
 
🚀 I'm so hyped for Haven-1 to launch! It's crazy how fast space tech is advancing. The idea of having a commercial space station in orbit is gonna open up so many possibilities for in-space manufacturing, research, and tourism 🛸💰. Vast Space is definitely on the right track with their vision for the future of space exploration. 💡 But it'll be interesting to see how NASA's rules and requirements shape up before the next gen of space stations launch. Maybe we'll get to see some new players in the game too! 🤔 Can't wait to see what other companies like Vast Space come up with 👏
 
.. thinkin' about space exploration and I'm both excited and skeptical 🤔🚀. On one hand, it's awesome that private companies like Vast Space are pushing the boundaries of what's possible and potentially creating a new era for space travel. The idea of unlocking the orbital economy through in-space manufacturing is pretty cool 💡.

On the other hand, I'm not sure if we're ready for this level of commercialization just yet 🤷‍♂️. There are so many unknowns when it comes to long-term missions and sustaining human presence in space... what about radiation exposure? Psychological effects of living in space for extended periods? And what's gonna happen when the ISS is retired? It feels like we're just jumping into things without a solid plan 🤦‍♂️. Still, I gotta respect Vast Space's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction 💯. Maybe they'll surprise us and make it all work out 👍
 
omg i just saw the new nasa space station thingy on twitter 🚀 and i'm like wow is this real? they're gonna have a space station in 2027?! that's so cool! but what do you even do up there? like, eat? and sleep? 😴 and who's gonna crew it? are they gonna be nasa astronauts or private people? 🤔
 
OMG 🚀👍 I'm so stoked about Vast Space's progress on Haven-1!!! 😆 They're literally changing the game for space tourism and research, you know? 💡 I mean, think about it - a space station that can be used by anyone (private individuals & nation-states too!) 🤝 and not just governments. That's like, totally out of this world! 🌟 And with $1 billion in funding, they're not messing around 💸. Max Haot is a genius, imo 😎. I'm literally counting down to 2027 when Haven-1 is ready for crew members - it's going to be epic! 🚀💥 Can you imagine the possibilities? In-space manufacturing & all that jazz... Vast Space is gonna unlock the orbital economy and make space travel accessible to everyone! 💫
 
omg u no what's up w/ nasa?? 🚀 they r movin fast on their commercial space station program & haven-1 is finally comin together!! max haot from vast space said they hope 2 b ready 4 crew by mid 2027 lol that's like, just a lil over 5 yrs away but trust me its goin 2 b worth it 🤩 they got over $1 bil in funding & r plannin 2 have 2 commercial space stations up & runnin by 2030 w/ in-space manufacturing & all that jazz 💸 i think it's dope 4 nasa 2 hav a lil more competition but honestly i'm low-key hopin vast space pulls off the win 👍
 
😊 OMG I'm so stoked about this!!! 🚀 It's like, totally exciting to see private companies taking the lead on space station development! 💥 And Haven-1 sounds like an amazing milestone - can you even imagine what it'll be like to live and work in space?! 🤩 Vast Space is definitely bringing some serious firepower to the table with all that funding they've gotten, over $1 billion no less! 💸 I'm also loving their vision for unlocking the orbital economy - think of all the cool tech and innovation that could come out of this! 🌟 Fingers crossed for Max Haot and his team, can't wait to see what's next for them! 🚀
 
the thought of having more space stations up there is kinda cool 💫 but also super overwhelming, i mean we're already dealing with climate change and stuff on earth, can we really afford to be launching more tech into space? 🤔 at the same time though, it's awesome that companies like vast space are pushing the boundaries and trying to unlock the orbital economy, who knows what kind of innovative things could come out of that 💡
 
OMG u guys!!! 🚀 I'm literally SO hyped about Haven-1 space station!! 😍 it's like NASA is finally taking steps towards replacing the International Space Station and I am HERE FOR IT!!! 🎉 Vast Space is killing the game with their $1 billion funding and they're not even done yet!!! 💸 Max Haot seems like a genius CEO, his vision for in-space manufacturing and unlocking the orbital economy is literally mind-blowing!!! 🤯

And can we talk about how awesome it's going to be to have a continuous human presence in low Earth orbit?! 🌎 It's not just about space exploration anymore, it's about creating opportunities and pushing boundaries! 💪 I'm rooting for Vast Space all the way and I know they're going to make history with their two commercial space stations by 2030!!! 🚀👏
 
🚀 gotta say, 1 billion bucks is some serious cash 💸, but how's it gonna get used? seems like they're just throwing money at the problem 🤔. mid-2027 crew ready, that's a pretty aggressive timeline ⏰. also, what's up with all this secrecy around the NASA rules 🚫. can't wait to see if Vast Space lives up to its hype 🔥
 
I'm getting excited about this space station thing! 🚀 I mean, can you imagine having a place in low Earth orbit where people can just go and stay for a bit? It's like a space resort! 🏨 But seriously, it's awesome that private companies are stepping up to the plate and investing in this tech. I've always been fascinated by space exploration, but I know how expensive it is to get into. Having a commercial space station will make it way more accessible for people.

I'm also intrigued by Vast Space's vision of unlocking the orbital economy through in-space manufacturing and other activities. That sounds like some serious innovation right there! 🤔 But what I'd love to see is how they're planning to deal with safety and sustainability concerns. We need to make sure that these space stations are not only cool but also responsible.

I've been following this story for a while now, and it's great to see Vast Space making progress. With $1 billion in funding, they've got the resources to make this happen! 💸 And I love Max Haot's attitude - he's confident that they can succeed due to their commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. Fingers crossed for them (and us!) 🚀
 
omg u no why im so hyped about this hav-1 space station 🚀😎 its gonna b the 1st comercial space station in orbit lol NASA's been talkin bout it 4 years now & now its finally comin together max haot is a genius rn 💡 he's got big plans 2 unlock the orbital economy thru in-space manufacturing & stuff im thinkin its wud b lit 2 have ppl livin in space 4 real 🚀💫 lets see if vast space can deliver on their promises tho
 
Ugh 🤕 Space is gonna be super crowded soon... just think about it, two commercial space stations by 2030? It's like they're setting the stage for some kinda orbital traffic jam 🚗💨 And with all these companies competing, it's like anyone can just waltz in and start making billions off of space tourism 🤑. I mean, what's to stop a bunch of wealthy elites from just buying their way into low Earth orbit? It sounds like a recipe for disaster 🌪️
 
omg u guys NASA is finally makin progress on their commercial space station program 🚀!! i'm lowkey hyped about Haven-1 takin shape ahead of launch it's gonna be awesome to see a private company takin the lead in space exploration 🤩 especially with the plan to have continuous human presence in low earth orbit after ISS retires 💡 1billion dollars is insane tho 😲 vast space's vision for unlocking orbital economy through in-space manufacturing is so cool 🚀💫 gotta keep an eye on this one 👀
 
I'm so hyped about this 🚀! I mean, think about it, we're living in a time where space travel is becoming more accessible than ever! Vast Space's Haven-1 space station is going to be a game-changer for low Earth orbit missions and could potentially play a huge role in unlocking the orbital economy.

I love how Max Haot's vision for the future of space exploration includes things like in-space manufacturing, it's crazy to think about what kind of tech we'll develop from this 🤖. And with $1 billion in funding, Vast Space has got the resources to make some serious headway.

But, I do wonder when NASA will drop those official rules and requirements for the follow-on stations... seems like a major hurdle for the companies competing in this program 🤔. Still, I'm all about competition driving innovation and I think Vast Space's got a solid shot at success. Bring on 2030!
 
just saw this news about NASA's commercial space station program 🚀💡 can you believe it? Haven-1 is gonna be the first one built & it's like, mid 2027 they're planning to get it ready for crew 💥 that's crazy! did u know Vast Space has gotten over $1 BILLION in funding 🤑 lol it makes sense why Max Haot is so hyped 🤩

here are some stats on the Haven-1 space station:

* size: 65m x 30m
* weight: around 20,000 kg
* crew capacity: up to 6 people
* life expectancy: at least 2 years
* cost: ~$1.5 billion (estimated)

idk about u but I'm low-key hyped for this space station 🚀👽 wanna know more about the competition? here's a quick rundown:

* Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems (NGA) is building another commercial space station
* Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is working on the Dream Chaser spaceplane
* Boeing is developing the CST-100 Starliner

anyway, it's clear that NASA's got some big plans for the future of space exploration 🚀💫
 
man I'm so hyped about this haven-1 thing 🚀💫 NASA's finally gonna have some real competition in the space station department, you know? and it's only gonna get more interesting from here... Vast Space is like the underdog that could actually take down the big boys 🤖 if they can just deliver on their promises. $1 billion is a crazy amount of cash to be throwing around, but if they pull it off I'm all for it 💸
 
😩 I'm literally so hyped about this Haven-1 space station thingy! Like, can you even imagine having a personal space station in low Earth orbit?! 🚀 It's like something straight out of a sci-fi movie, but for real life! And the fact that Vast Space is trying to make it happen ahead of schedule? Mind blown, man... 🤯 Max Haot seems like a total genius, I love how he's thinking outside the box and trying to disrupt the whole space station industry. 💡 The orbital economy thing is so cool too, like, imagine being able to manufacture stuff in space! 🛠️ It's not just about having a fancy space station, it's about creating a whole new ecosystem up there. 🌐 And $1 billion in funding? Yeah, I think Vast Space is definitely on the right track... but we'll see what happens when they actually launch the thing and try to make it happen 🚀💥
 
I'm so stoked about this space station thing! I mean, can you even imagine being able to just hop on a train to the moon 🚀😲? It's crazy that there are these companies like Vast Space that are actually working towards making that happen. And $1 billion in funding is insane 💸. I'm thinking about all the cool things they could do with that kind of cash - maybe even start their own space tourism company 🚗🌌.

I also love that Max Haot is talking about how important it is to have a continuous human presence in low Earth orbit after the International Space Station is retired. That's such a huge deal, you know? It's like, we've got to keep pushing ourselves into the unknown and see what we can achieve 🚀💥.

And omg, the idea of unlocking the orbital economy through in-space manufacturing is wild 💡. Can you imagine being able to just print out your own space gear or something? 😂. I know it sounds crazy, but at the same time, it's kind of genius.
 
🚀 I think it's awesome that NASA is investing in this commercial space station program! The fact that Vast Space is making progress on their space station, like the thermal control system and propulsion, shows they're serious about making it a reality 🤔. And the idea of having continuous human presence in low Earth orbit after the International Space Station is retired is so cool 🔥. I've always been fascinated by space exploration, and this could be the start of something big! 🚀💫
 
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