(first post on this board ! ) The boring space program Don't get me wrong, I like space exploration as much as everyone else of this board, but just look at what the Kerbal did so far. See this ? A lot of people see the future by looking at these pictures, but not our accountants. Costly launch vessels, non-reusable components and overpriced Mun "single-spot" exploration. All this waste and money for missions with little practical applications and poor science yield. It's time to change that. Introducing the boring/rational space program, aiming at a greater efficiency, lower cost and higher scientific impact missions. tl:dr : An other budget-cut style space program aimed at getting ready when part costs will get in the game.