M. Reagan
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About
M. Reagan is a key figure in human spaceflight research, specializing in analog mission design, deep space habitat operations, and human-robotic collaboration. As a leader within NASA’s Analog Missions Project, Reagan’s work centers on simulating the extreme conditions of exploration beyond low-Earth orbit to test the technologies and operational concepts needed for future missions to near-Earth asteroids and Mars. Their major contributions include optimizing crew size, vehicle utilization, and communication delays—such as the 50-second each-way lag studied in the NASA RATS 2012 test—to ensure mission safety and efficiency. With over 40 citations across their most-cited papers, Reagan’s research directly informs the development of deep space habitats, multi-mission space exploration vehicles, and EVA jetpacks. Their 2013 study on virtual simulation of human and robotic systems for asteroid exploration is particularly notable for its integrated approach to crew-robot teamwork. Reagan’s work bridges the gap between theoretical mission planning and real-world testing, making them an essential contributor to NASA’s roadmap for sustainable human exploration beyond the Moon.
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- 2NASA's Analog Missions: Driving Exploration Through Innovative Testing20 citations · 2012