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Access to space in the Southern Hemisphere

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

The space sector worldwide is experiencing a shift from traditional activities involving large heavy launch vehicles and satellites to a much faster paced NewSpace paradigm. NewSpace is primarily driven by private organizations and is characteri[...]

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Aspects of technology requirements for future Europa surface and sub-surface exploration

Sarah Watson, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

Despite being the smallest of the Galileanmoons of Jupiter, Europa has been a point of interest to astrobiologists since the discovery of a thick layer of ice hiding a potential liquid ocean. Since the first flyby of Europa by the Pioneer 10 [...]

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ChipSats: new opportunities

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

The consistent trend in the miniaturization of electrical and mechanical components has enabled a steady downscaling in satellite sizing. This evolution has progressed from traditional heavy spacecraft to CubeSats, and now to a new generation of[...]

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Clean Space: assessing, mitigating, and remediating the environmental impacts of space activities

Sahba El-Shawa, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

Whereas the main focus of environmental impact is typically climate change, many other factors contribute to the detriment of the Earth environment. This can be in the form of resource overconsumption or loss of biodiversity, and is measured wit[...]

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Commercialization of the ISS beyond 2024

Evon Koprowski, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

This report details NASA’s motivations, shows how the Russian Mir space station achieved their commercialization goals, and focuses on three key areas that will help contribute to commercial success: these being space tourism, filming in space, [...]

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Conceptual design of a medical grade oxygen delivery system for space mission and its market analysis

Tasmia Tahmid, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

The International Space Station (ISS) Health Maintenance System (HMS) provides life support to ensure the safety of astronauts including the delivery of medical grade oxygen during planned and emergency operations. NASA flight rules suggest that[...]

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Design of an earth observation CubeSat constellation to address the sustainable development goals in Africa

Iliass Tanouti, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

According to the Sustainable Development Goals 2019 progress report, most African countries will not be able to achieve the Sustainable Development Goalsby 2030. Water scarcity, food insecurity, urban unsustainability, and climate ri[...]

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Design of an educational activity for high-school students to design and build a high-altitude balloon

Olivella Guillem, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

After concluding that most undergraduate students are not interested in STEM disciplines and taking into account the admiration for space, an educational activity has been developed to increase their engagement in this fie[...]

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Development of motion trackers for space debris research

Kush Kumar Sharma, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

The internship project aims to develop a motion tracker software to track the sample in a technology demonstration experiment of impulse generation through laser-matter interaction. Several object detection and motion tracking algorithms in comp[...]

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Exploring the atmospheric composition of gas giant exoplanets

Ezequiel Gonzalez, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

Despite the boost of recent discoveries, carrying out a detailed characterization of the exoplanets’ atmospheres is still a challenge. This internship project aims at this direction, to explore the atmospheres of gas giant exoplanets.

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Extraterrestrial intelligence : the search, the science, the significance

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

The search for extraterrestrial intelligence is one of the most inspiring modern scientific endeavors because of the profound impact that a positive detection would have on humanity. A literature review highlighted that there are several challen[...]

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Grain formation processes around oxygen-rich AGB stars

Ankita Das, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

Models of grain formation around Oxygen-rich AGB stars have not been very successful so far since the densities generated by previous models are not high enough to give rise to grain formation. This work focuses on introducing and studying the e[...]

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Lunar agriculture : farming for the future

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

Recommendations are made for the early stages of a lunar farm. These recommendations include the use of semi-subsurface or subsurface structures for a lunar farm to mitigate the impact of harmful radiation, micrometeorites and severe temperature[...]

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Machine learning to search for nearby comoving stellar streams

Xie Qingchao, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

Moving groups and clusters are important for the study of the evolution of the Galaxybecausetheirmembers wereborn at the same time and have similar proper-motion and chemical composition.We aim to find new comoving groups using Gaia DR2.A 1,303,[...]

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Model-based space systems engineering internship : entrepreneurship & product management

Supreet Kaur, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

This report will familiarize the reader with my role and responsibilities as a Model Bases Space Systems Engineer at Valispace through the following sections: introduction, main text, conclusion, and recommendations. The introduction provides an[...]

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Research on vision-based hand gesture recognition for astronaut virtual training

Qingchao Xie, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

To solve the problem of self-occlusion gesture recognition in astronaut virtual training, and provide a more natural virtual interactive training method for astronauts, this report discussed methods of hand pose estimation in astronaut virtual t[...]

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The role of space during pandemics

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

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Rudimentary solar observation using a solar telescope

Frederic Schoutetens, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

This report covers solar observation using a Solarscope solar telescope, kindly donated by Dr. Kesslerfrom Manx Precision Optics Ltd. and Solarscope, Isle of Man. The provided fully-equipped telescopewith aperture of 70 mm is capable of observ[...]

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Science fiction to science fact: : a modern review of medical devices from star trek

Erika L. Crowley, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

iiiAbstractSpace medicine is becoming an increasingly relevant field of study due to the growing demand for longer-duration spaceflights, and medical devices could be instrumental inimproving the overall health and wellness of astronauts duri[...]

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SMiLE: design and development of an ISS payload for liquid behavior study in microgravity

Mohamed Elhariry, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

The Spun Microgravity Liquid Experiment (SMiLE) is a payload developedto study the behavior of liquid droplets in a microgravity environment. Thepayload is designed to fly aboard the International Space Station (ISS),which will provid[...]

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Space TT&C and communication system in China

Fei Fan, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

This report introduces the knowledge of space TT&C system, focuses on deep space TT&C system (NASA deep space TT&C network, ESA deep space TT&C network and China's deep space TT&C network), introduces the American, Russian and Chinese human spac[...]

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Upgrading of the senseta rover

Johan Bertrand, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

Today, more and more rovers are used in the space exploration sector, allowing scientists to look for answers on the Moon or even Mars, without exposing humans to space hazard. Since 1970, rovers have evolved more and more, to the point of becom[...]

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Urban agriculture network for smart city integration : dirtsat

Christine Tiballi, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

The evolution of population increase in major urban areas has placed further pressure on an already fragile food system/economy. To eliminate the distance between food sources and inner cities, areas of urban agriculture have sprouted up in unli[...]

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Utilization of lunar resources for future space exploration missions

Altynay Demeubayeva, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

In 2007 NASA presented its in-situ resource utilization architecture. It comprised multipleobjectives, such as the development of lunar ISRU capabilities for exploration, operationalexperience and mission validations for Mars, in addition to the[...]

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Women in astronomy

Kaur Supreet, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2020

This paper aims to provide a sociological analysis on the experience of female researchers in the field of astronomy. The project, Women in Astronomy (WIA) is divided into two sub-projects: Notable Women in the History of Astronomy, which highli[...]

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Accreditation for prior learning

Pablo Claros Melendres, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2019

This report will present an overview of the TKSAT-1 satellite system, the Bolivian Space Agency and the experience of the author while training and working for the first time in the space sector. The experience overview will include an insight i[...]

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Altimeter wind speed retrieval and fusion

Jiang Zhuhui, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2019

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Ambulatory physiologic monitoring for spaceflight: applications and flight definition

Katie Marie Harris, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2019

The internship consisted of three distinct elements: 1) modification of the NSG’s NASA Human Research Program integrated One-Year Mission Project (i1YMP) protocol, which involves the use of NINscan, 2) participation in human subject data collect[...]

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The application of the blockchain technology to the space industry

Héloise Vertadier, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2019

This paper aims to provide a complete analysis of the application of the blockchain technology to the space industry. Applied to space, the main characteristic underlying cryptocurrencies can bring even more power and be beneficial in the explor[...]

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Applications and potentials of intelligent swarms (APIS)

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2019

Satellite swarms are developing as a high-capability and robust mission architecture. The APIS team analyzed satellite swarm technology and applications regarding science, law, and the commercial market. Based on the results, we designed a swarm[...]

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