Development of products to be used in the frontiers of space can be expensive. The process is often saddled with delays, cost overruns, and failures. Research how NASA writes its contracts for the projects it funds. Be especially observant for liquidated damage clauses, waivers, assignment restrictions, testing, security precautions, and any unusual clauses that are specific to such undertakings. Keep in mind the legendary aside of an astronaut to another as the countdown neared an end. “Did you ever think we’re about to blast off in a rocket built by a host of lowest bidders?”