A new era of integration, innovation and collaboration for human, uncrewed and robotic space activity is underway. U.S. preeminence in space may someday expand within this paradigm even to the far reaches of the solar system. This will depend on the advancement of capabilities for in-space servicing, assembly and manufacturing (ISAM) and will be manifested by emphasizing a collaborative whole-of-nation approach.

The Consortium for Space Mobility and ISAM Capabilities (COSMIC) serves as a catalyst for this vision, facilitating the convergence and coordination of diverse stakeholders across government, industry and academia to create a new foundation that will propel the space architectures of the future. Established by the NASA Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) and managed by The Aerospace Corporation, COSMIC is a direct response to the White House’s National ISAM Implementation Plan.