The Next Frontier: Post-ISS Space Stations

Discover the key players and innovative concepts shaping the future of human presence in low Earth orbit after the International Space Station's retirement.

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1. Top Commercial Space Station Projects: Leading commercial projects aiming to succeed the ISS include Axiom Station (Axiom Space), Orbital Reef (Blue Origin and Sierra Space), and Starlab (Voyager Space and Airbus).
2. Countries Operating Current Space Stations: As of 2026, two space stations are permanently crewed: the International Space Station (operated by a coalition including the US, Russia, Europe, Japan, and Canada) and China's Tiangong Space Station.
3. Key Technologies for Next-Generation Space Stations: Future space stations will incorporate advanced technologies such as inflatable habitats for increased volume, autonomous systems, and enhanced in-space manufacturing and recycling capabilities.

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