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military-civilian-collaboration
The chapter explores tensions and eventual cooperation between military personnel and ISA scientists and engineers during the Janus project.
1 chapter across 1 book
The Two Faces Of Tomorrow (1979)James P. Hogan
Chapter 19
The chapter details the rapid progress of the Janus space station's construction and modification program, highlighting the clash and eventual cooperation between ISA technical teams and military officers. It emphasizes the advantages of space-based construction, the integration of advanced automated manufacturing and drones, and the evolving dynamics among the personnel involved. The narrative also touches on the challenges of team cohesion under pressure and recounts a past military engagement to illustrate the unpredictability of human behavior in crisis.