The Financial Frontier of Space
Explore Near Earth Objects worth trillions of dollars and track real-time space mineral valuations. The next gold rush isn't on Earth — it's in the asteroids.
Space Economy at a Glance
Real-time data aggregated from NASA, ESA, JAXA, and SpaceX on the emerging space mining industry
Global Space Agency Data
We aggregate publicly available data from leading space agencies worldwide to provide accurate, reliable information about near-Earth objects and space resources.
NASA
United StatesNational Aeronautics and Space Administration
Primary source for Near Earth Object tracking, orbital data, and close approach predictions.
ESA
EuropeEuropean Space Agency
Impact risk assessments, priority observation lists, and European asteroid monitoring.
JAXA
JapanJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency
Asteroid sample return mission data, surface composition analysis from Ryugu samples.
SpaceX
United StatesSpace Exploration Technologies Corp.
Launch manifest data, mission success rates, and commercial space infrastructure.
Near Earth Objects Database
Comprehensive asteroid tracking combining NASA's NeoWs API with ESA's risk assessment data for a complete picture of near-Earth objects.
| Name | Diameter | Est. Value | Velocity | Miss Distance | Approach | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
* Value estimates are theoretical based on size and average asteroid composition. LD = Lunar Distance (~384,400 km)
Space Missions & Launches
Tracking asteroid exploration missions and commercial space launches driving the future of space resources.
Asteroid Exploration Missions
Hayabusa2
JAXAcompletedTarget: Ryugu
Successfully returned 5.4g of asteroid samples to Earth in December 2020.
OSIRIS-REx
NASAcompletedTarget: Bennu
Returned 121.6g of asteroid samples in September 2024, continuing as OSIRIS-APEX.
Lucy
NASAactiveTarget: Jupiter Trojans
Studying primitive asteroids that share Jupiter's orbit, 12-year mission.
Psyche
NASAactiveTarget: 16 Psyche
Exploring a metal-rich asteroid potentially worth $10 quintillion.
Hera
ESAactiveTarget: Didymos/Dimorphos
Follow-up mission to NASA's DART, studying asteroid deflection results.
MMX
JAXAupcomingTarget: Phobos
Martian Moons eXploration mission to return samples from Mars' moon.
Recent SpaceX LaunchesLive API
Data from SpaceX Public API
Space Mineral Valuations
Current Earth market prices for minerals found in asteroids. These prices drive the economics of future space mining ventures.
Why These Minerals Matter
Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) are the primary economic drivers for asteroid mining. A single 500-meter asteroid could contain more platinum than has ever been mined on Earth. Prices shown are current Earth market rates — large-scale space mining could significantly impact these valuations.
* Prices are approximate market values. 24h changes are illustrative. Source: Market research & commodity exchanges.
Space Mining Industry Progress
Track the pioneering companies and missions shaping the future of space resource utilization
Founded 2022
Developing technology to mine asteroids for platinum group metals. First private company targeting asteroid resource extraction.
Founded 2010
Japanese lunar exploration company building a cislunar economy through regular transportation services to the Moon.
Founded 2022
Focused on extracting Helium-3 from lunar regolith for fusion energy applications on Earth.
Founded 2015
Developing optical mining technology to extract water and resources from asteroids using concentrated sunlight.
Founded 2016
UK-based company developing SCAR-E robot for lunar and asteroid surface exploration and resource extraction.
Latest Industry Updates
AstroForge Launches Odin Mission
Historic launch aboard SpaceX Falcon 9 to scout asteroid 2022 OB5 for platinum deposits.
AstroForge Secures $40M Funding
Total funding reaches $55M to support Vestri asteroid docking mission.
ispace Mission 2 Launch Window
RESILIENCE lunar lander prepared for second attempt at lunar landing.
Space Mining Market Valuation
Global asteroid mining market valued at $1.57B, projected to reach $9.35B by 2032.
ispace & AMC Partnership
Agreement to deliver SCAR-E robot to lunar surface for resource exploration.
Interlune Reveals Mission Details
Plans for 2027 demonstration mission to validate lunar Helium-3 extraction.
15+
Active Companies
$500M+
Total Invested
8
Missions by 2027
$9.35B
Market by 2032
Space Mining Market Insights
The emerging space resource industry represents one of the most significant economic opportunities in human history
The asteroid mining market is expected to grow from $1.57B (2024) at a 25% CAGR.
Including AstroForge, TransAstra, Karman+, and various space agencies worldwide.
Multiple companies planning prospecting and demonstration missions this decade.
Near Earth Asteroids requiring less energy to reach than the Moon.
The Trillion Dollar Opportunity
Asteroid 16 Psyche alone is estimated to contain $10,000 quadrillion worth of iron, nickel, and gold. While extraction remains technologically challenging, the potential rewards are reshaping how we think about resource scarcity and economic growth.
What We're Building
We're at the beginning of something extraordinary — exploring the frontier of space resources together.
Spreading Awareness
Space resources represent humanity's next great opportunity. We're here to share knowledge about Near Earth Objects and their untapped potential worth trillions.
Still Figuring It Out
We're explorers, not experts with all the answers. This is an evolving journey of discovery — learning, researching, and piecing together the puzzle of space economics.
Uniting Curious Minds
The most exciting breakthroughs happen when passionate people connect. We're building a community of dreamers, thinkers, and doers fascinated by space's possibilities.
"We don't have all the answers yet — and that's the exciting part. Join us as we explore, learn, and shape the future of space resources together."
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