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Record STMT-W07F359Aspirational

Colonization of the space: artificial intelligence and robotics can contribute to a new form of ethical regulation in the space economy?

Position paper Institutional policyGlobalunknown

This academic article explores the ethical implications of space colonization and resource exploitation, arguing that artificial intelligence and robotics can contribute to a new form of ethical regulation in the space economy. It proposes integrating exohumanities and social exosciences with technological development to prevent the replication of terrestrial extractive capitalism in space. The author calls for transdisciplinary research frameworks to ensure space exploration prioritizes sustainability, human dignity, and global equity.

Summary and content fields are drawn from the document text and are pending editorial review.

Who issued it

Fundación Universitaria Juan de CastellanosAcademic · CO
Lead issuer
Legal forceAspirational
Under whose authorityInstitutional policy
Judged fromfull text

Who it governs

Researchers and academicsGeneral publicInternational community

Researchers, academics, and policymakers interested in the intersection of artificial intelligence, space policy, and ethics.

Sectors
Research and science · space exploration and exosciencesDefence and security · space economy and strategic control

What the document contains

What's covered

The article addresses the ethical, social, and economic implications of space colonization and resource extraction, proposing the use of artificial intelligence and robotics to model equitable policies and sustainable frameworks.

What's missing

It lacks enforceable legal mandates, specific binding governance rules, or technical specifications for building ethical AI systems.

Key takeaways
  • Space exploration and resource exploitation currently risk replicating terrestrial extractive capitalism and inequality.
  • Artificial intelligence and robotics can be leveraged to simulate future scenarios and establish ethical parameters for the space economy.
  • The emerging fields of exohumanities and social exosciences must accompany technological developments in space colonization.
  • Global agreements and participatory policy designs are necessary to ensure equitable resource distribution and environmental protection beyond Earth.
Principles it states
Respecting human dignity and integrityEnsuring honesty and transparency towards research subjectsRespecting individual autonomy and obtaining free and informed consentProtecting vulnerable individuals, ecosystems and speciesPromoting justice and inclusivenessMinimizing harm and maximizing benefitSharing benefits with disadvantaged populationsRespecting and protecting the environment and future generations
Outline
· Introduction
· Robotics and AI in context of space economy ethics
· Methodology
· Conclusion
Issued13 October 2021
Length3,254 words · 5 pages
FormatNot recorded
Scopeglobal

How it scores

Pending review

Each score is backed by a quote verified against the document text. Editorial review has not yet confirmed them.

Accountability

3/5

Clear responsibility for AI outcomes

identifying social responsibility of private companies based on the entire human race, planet earth and its space colonies

Methodology

screening score · 2026-10-23

Fairness

3/5

Non-discrimination and equitable treatment

promoting justice and inclusiveness

Methodology

screening score · 2026-10-23

Human Dignity

3/5

Respect for the inherent worth of persons

Respecting human dignity and integrity

Methodology

screening score · 2026-10-23

Human Oversight

0/5

Humans remain in control of consequential decisions

screening score · 2026-10-23

Privacy

3/5

Protection of personal data and private life

ensuring privacy and confidentiality

Methodology

screening score · 2026-10-23

Transparency

3/5

Openness about how AI systems work and are used

ensuring honesty and transparency towards research subjects

Methodology

screening score · 2026-10-23

Enforcement

0/5

Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force

screening score · 2026-10-23

Impact Assessment

4/5

Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use

increase the rate of generation of future scenarios and the prospect of possible implications (that is, simulators to facilitate decision-making about probable consequences)

Robotics and AI in context of space economy ethics

screening score · 2026-10-23

Topics

Physical AI Governancesupporting
space_colonization space_economy ai_ethics robotics exohumanities sustainability