Synopsis
The Moon-to-Mars Architecture Definition Document is a comprehensive report by NASA that outlines the methodology, organization, and decomposition necessary to translate the broad objectives of the Moon-to-Mars Strategy into functions and use cases that can be allocated to implementable programs and projects.
The document aims to establish a common architectural language, framework, and integration process to communicate and document the Moon-to-Mars system-of-systems. The architecture is divided into several segments, including Human Lunar Return, Foundational Exploration, Sustained Lunar Evolution, and Humans to Mars.
The document also addresses challenges such as broad/changing goals, funding, and external pressures/influences, and provides an iterative and adaptable framework to incorporate new developments in technologies and partnerships.
