covert-space-program

In this chapter, Dyer learns about the covert plan to modify and repurpose the Icarus C space station under the guise of technical improvements, involving military collaboration and the formation of a special unit at Fort Vokes. Dyer assembles a scientific team, including trusted colleagues, to participate in a secretive ISA mission to the Moon, with strict confidentiality about the true purpose. The chapter concludes with Krantz briefing Dyer on the planned integration of a large military garrison and civilian specialists on Janus to conduct a controlled experiment studying human and machine interactions.