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Disaster management : space based solutions for developing nations

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2018

The focus of this report addresses some of the challenges facing developing nations with their disaster management systems, reducing the vulnerability of an event and subsequent disasters which can affect a nation's infrastructure and population[...]

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Space ready : the launchpad for emerging agencies

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2018

The purpose of this report is to make a comparison of different types of space agencies from all over the globe. It considers the funding, structure, program aims, and activities of 14 agencies to provide emerging states with an analysis of the [...]

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NetSpace - The Internet of Things and future applications for energy and space

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2017

This study looks at four sectors: energy, Earth observation, remote platforms, and future space endeavors. Within each of these domains, it addresses the current mode of operations and how the application of IoT can increase efficiency, reduce c[...]

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A new vision: the future of ISS : a journey to the future beyond 2024

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2017

The objective of this project is to propose and develop a technically, economically, socially, and politically feasible scenario to repurpose the ISS beyond 2024. This Team Project proposes an extension of life meant to inspire the next generati[...]

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Astropreneurs - The galactic guide to space entrepreneurship

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2017

The guide is filled with resources to support space entrepreneurs including: an analysis of the market opportunities, information about space applications, explanations of the basics of finance, business modeling, the minimum viable product proc[...]

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ARESS - A roadmap for emerging space states

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2017

This project provides a general roadmap for nations to build space sector capacity. It discusses why various nations would want to pursue involvement in space, noting that different cultures can have vastly different rationales. It also addresse[...]

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TerraSpace : space: the final frontier for CSR

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2017

This work presents an impact study of new and upcoming space-based and space-derived systems on the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) practices of oil and gas sector companies. These systems include the Internet of Things, space-sector-deriv[...]

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The rise of drones : analysis of current and future applications of drones in terrestrial remote sensing

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2017

For the purposes of this report a drone is defined as: A reusable unmanned vehicle flown terrestrially or in space, controlled remotely or flying autonomously, using on-board flight plans, sensors, positioning systems or controls. The mission st[...]

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aMARTE : a Mars roadmap for travel and exploration

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report explores explore the implications of new discoveries in the Martian environment on a future human exploration mission to Mars. Water, and in particular flowing water, is essential for life as we know it on Earth and is an important r[...]

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Space big data : overcoming barriers, creating value

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This report provides a definition of space big data and presents a comprehensive analysis of the activities of stakeholders within the space big data value chain. After this preliminary identification, we identify the key challenges faced by eac[...]

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Starport 1

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

"For centuries, humans have imagined living in space and, since the beginning of the space age, this has become a reality for a few hundred fortunate people. Over the past 10 years, space has become more accessible to people all over the world t[...]

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SEDNA: planetary protection in missions to icy moons : analysis and technology roadmap

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

In recent years the astrobiology community has become increasingly interested in the environmental conditions of icy moons in the Solar System, such as Enceladus, Titan, and Ganymede. It is believed that on several of these moons there are the t[...]

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Luna Hathor : international deep drilling lunar mission study

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

The motivation for this study is derived from a renewed interest through missions from NASA, ESA, Roscosmos, JAXA, ISRO and CASC with recent talks on permanent human and robotic presence on the Moon. A framework has been developed in the report [...]

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Sensing progress : space solutions for food & water security. White paper

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2016

This White Paper acknowledges the importance of informing decision-makers about the role that spacebased information can play in the development and implementation of policies designed to enhance local and regional food and water security in th[...]

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Astra Planeta

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

If human beings are to expand their existence beyond the Solar System, a spacecraft must be built to navigate through interstellar space. This paper addresses interstellar travel using a slower-than-light, self-sustaining worldship to carry huma[...]

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READI : roadmap for Earth defense initiatives

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

Planetary Defense is a complex problem, not well understood by policy makers and the general public. The recent Chelyabinsk incident in Russia created temporary international attention but has failed to effectively stimulate public action. Hence[...]

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Tracking fracking : monitoring atmospheric effects of hydraulic fracturing using remote sensing

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, is an unconventional gas extraction technique that enables the exploitation of new gas and oil reserves in subterranean shale deposits. The environmental effects of unconventional oil and gas extraction are the[...]

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Vision 2040

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

In the last 28 years, the International Space University (ISU) has been a leading institution for space education, forming international partnerships, and encouraging entrepreneurship in its over 4,000 alumni. In this report, Vision 2040 project[...]

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Blue Marble : space solutions for water management

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2015

This project invistigates the present state of global freshwater management and how space is currently utilized. The project methodology employs an interdisciplinary approach to identifying and assessing best practices from the space community w[...]

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Space4health

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2014

The report focuses on the means in which space resources can be used to support public health during or immediately after a natural disaster. To provide a novel view on the topic, this report focuses on new concepts and innovations that have the[...]

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Open innovation in space : powering a new era

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2014

The old ways of conducting research, development, and innovation are changing and steadily replaced with new frameworks such as Open Innovation (OI). These changes are progressively entering the space sector. This team project has investigated t[...]

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Exoplanet exploration collaboration initiative

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2014

The number of discovered extrasolar planets (exoplanets) has increased since the first confirmed discovery of such an object in the 1990s and since became a research priority among major international space agencies and many universities worldwi[...]

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AMOOS : Autonomous Mission for On-Orbit Servicing

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2014

Orbital debris is a growing problem threatening Low Earth Orbit (LEO) assets that provide foundational services and data critical in modern society. The debris population is especially concentrated in popular orbits such as Sun Synchronous Orbit[...]

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STEP M : Space to Effectively Prepare for Migration

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2014

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has called on the least developed countries (LDCs) to submit medium- to long-term National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) as a response to adapt to the current effects and its impending[...]

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Mars NOW : next one way

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2014

In recent years the idea of one-way Mars missions has started to take hold in the minds of the public and those involved in the space sector. This report aims to bring together some areas necessary in the planning and implementation of a one-way[...]

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Our turbulent sun : emerging tools for disaster management in the global south. White paper

Joseph N. Pelton, Editor ; Juan De Dalmau, Editor ; University of South Australia, Australia | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2014

This white paper is a proposal to encourage action and commitment to adressing the challenges of space weather across the Global South. It presents what is at risk as a result of space weather and particularly examines disaster management techni[...]

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AMBIEnT : affordable microsatellite-based internet access and environmental monitoring

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2013

Team Project AMBIEnT arose from the urgent need to connect people living in remote areas while preserving the environment. It particularly concentrates on the Brazilian Amazon Region with a future capability for global expansion to other remote [...]

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Koastal : Kenyan coast Observation through Affordable Space Technology Applications

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2013

Kenya's coast has abundant natural resources and as the population grows these resources are under increased pressure. This report identifies the socioeconomic, environmental, technical, and policy issues and challenges related to the integrated[...]

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SolarMAX : a space weather survival guide

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2013

The Sun is the most important factor in space weather phenomena throughout the Solar System and may from time to time, affect modern human infrastructure, both in space and on the ground. Project SolarMAX aims to provide a survey of the threat, [...]

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Mars-X : human exploration of Mars from Martian orbit

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2013

The Mars-X project identifies the problems associated with sending humans to Phobos as a preliminary step to explore Mars, instead of missions to the Moon and Near-Earth Asteroids. Mars-X combines the intermediate goals of a low gravity asteroid[...]

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